DAN ZANES & FRIENDS

January 11-12

COURTYARD, RIVERSIDE THEATRES: Having incited a pint-sized Beatles-like mania throughout the US, now Dan Zanes bring his family gig to Riverside Theatres.

FLUFF

January 20-24

In a fantasy world of odd-sized boxes, night-lights and handmade gingham costumes and curtains, three intriguing characters make a home for lost toys.

DAN ZANES & FRIENDS

January 13

THE FAMOUS SPIEGELTENT: Join Dan Zanes as he performs irresistible grooves for kids.

MUSIC IS MAGIC

January 11

Led by the much-loved Maestro George Ellis, the Sydney Youth Orchestra, Australian Youth choir and a line-up of surprise guest performers present some of the highlight entries in the 2008 Australian Children's Music Foundation National Songwriting competition.

THE NARGUN AND THE STARS

January 15-18, 20-21

Combining visual spectacle with warmth and humour, this is a story not only of adventure and discovery, but also of respect for indigenous culture, land and folklore. A stunning visual feast, featuring large scale puppets, live actors and digital animation.

THE PROMISE

January 28-31

Dazzling, enchanting and magically captivating, The Flying Fruit Fly Circus tumble, twist and spring back into Sydney with their brand new show.

THE TRAGICAL LIFE OF CHEESEBOY

January 11-15

This quirky, beautiful, dark and very funny theatre show will transport you to a fantastical world of loss, trickery, gypsies, discovery and, of course, cheese.

MOVIES IN THE OVERFLOW

January 3-4, 7-11, 14-18

Sydney Olympic Park is offering a fabulous range of free films under the stars this January.

KIDS IN THE GARDEN

January 14 - 29

Specifically designed for younger audiences, Kids in the Garden is a fun and interactive way to learn about what goes into making a show.

PLAY ME, I'M YOURS

January 11-31

The streets of Parramatta and Sydney's CBD will sound more joyous this January, as British artist Luke Jerram populates the streets with 30 pianos.

OLD WORLD/NEW WORLD - FESTIVAL SYMPHONY

January 24

Join us at The Domain as conductor and guide Richard Gill leads the Sydney Symphony through the work of some of Australia's most brilliant composers before taking us back to the beauty and inspiration of the giants of the classical canon.

DAWN CHORUS

January 10, 17, 24, 31

Few places can match the splendour of Sydney's beaches at sunrise. Add the angelic voices of Sydney Philharmonia Choirs and you have a very special Festival event.

THE GYPSY QUEENS & KINGS - FESTIVAL JAZZ

January 17

An epic celebration of gypsy life and song combining the power of the brass section of the legendary Fanfare Ciocârlia with the gitano guitars of Kaloome and the soul of the great voices of the roma community. Music made for a summer's night.

FESTIVAL FIRST NIGHT - JANUARY 10

January 10

Join us for an epic, all-embracing celebration of our Festival and our city this January 10. The Festival explodes onto open-air stages, with major international artists from all over the world kicking off three weeks of inspiration, jubilation & perspiration.. and it's ALL FREE!!

FESTIVAL KIDS AT PARRAMATTA

Sydney Festival presents a special season of theatre and music especially for the young. Exclusive to Riverside Theatres, Festival Kids at Parramatta will delight and enthrall everyone in the family. All tickets $25.

FESTIVAL AT THE DOMAIN

The Festival's annual free concerts in The Domain are among our most highly anticipated events. You and your friends and family are invited to join us for a summer evening of wonderful music - and best of all, it's free!