subject: Sydneys Super Summer Festival [print this page] Australias favourite city is a bustling metropolis filled with creative people and a variety of exciting activities to partake in. As January approaches and the rest of the world is deep into winter, the city's summer is in full bloom. During this time every year, the citys most renowned festival, the Sydney Festival takes place. Art, music, theatre and dance captivate the locals and visitors alike. Events take place all over the city and in close proximity to many of the best Sydney hotels. This lovely harbour city is is one of Australias most culturally diverse areas and a wonderful place to partake in an amazing festival.
About the festival
Established by the Sydney Committee, the New South Wales State Government and the city leaders, the festival was designed with a view of attracting people into the city centre during the summer holiday month of January.
For a period of three weeks, the festival showcases more than 330 performances and 100 events involving 1000 artists from all around the world. The program is highly diversified and can include anything from burlesque circus to New York rap to Russian theatre, as well as contemporary dance, family programs and traditional Indigenous arts practice.
The events take place throughout the entire city. Venues such as the Carriage Works, City Recital Hall and the Opera House are all utilised, many of which are within easy access of the best Sydney hotels. But be warned; hotels tend to fill up quickly so those interested in attending should definitely book ahead.
Free Concerts
Tickets to all events cost $35 if purchased in advance or $25 the day of the event, whether it is for music, visual art, theatre or musical theatre. However, to make the festival even more desirable, every Saturday free concerts are held in The Domain or Parramatta, both of which are easily accessible from most of the best Sydney hotels. Music from all over the world is featured during these wonderful free concerts. Once the concerts are over, attendees can head over to Hyde Park and the Festival bar where bands and DJs play late into the evening.
Festivals Prestige
It has been said that this particular festival defines the city's personality. Since the festival's humble beginning in the 1970s, international artists whose presence adds to the festivals hype and reputation include worldwide sensations such as Bjrk, Elvis Costello, Cate Blanchett, and Sir Ian McKellen. Performing acts such as Wayne McGregors Random Dance, Cheek by Jowl and the Schaubhne Berlin are only a few of the names that share the festival with Australias most exciting artists and companies.
This vibrant festival is certainly one of the citys best known and most admired events of the year. Tourists travel from near and far to be apart of the event and the best Sydney hotels are packed to capacity. If you should find yourself in the city in January it is certainly worth checking out.
