Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s iconic buildings; designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon who, at that time, was a relatively unknown young architect. His dramatic concept, caught the eye of the judges of the international competition held to decide on a design.
Last time I was in Sydney (3 years ago) I joined a guided tour and also went to see a play being shown in the Drama Theatre, one of the 4 smaller venues in the “basement” of the building, but wasn’t able to see a production in one of the large auditoria. So before we set out for Australia we checked the Opera House’s website and were able to get tickets for a night of opera in the main auditorium, the Concert Hall.
We had a meal in one of the restaurants that line the east side of the Circular Quay and then headed over to the Opera House to have a look around inside the building before the start of the concert in areas only accessible for concert goers or on a guided tour.
There were views over the harbour from the large windows at the end of the building
Inside the auditorium, ready for the concert to begin
The main piece was a on Act opera by Bela Bartok based on the rather gruesome story of Bluebeard. A quite heavy piece and not exactly a light hearted pre-Christmas concert, but enjoyable nevertheless. I’m not really up to critiquing a serious Classical concert but this review sums it up I think.
And after the concert
A good experience and an enjoyable evening.
Down by the Dougie 
What an amazing experience!
It certainly was. 😀 Glad we had the opportunity
WOW! The inside photos of the concert hall are magnificent, well done. Oh, and thanks for the proof that you actually had tickets to be there-good bragging rights! =)
Well I had to prove I was actually there! 😉 We did take photos of ourselves inside the auditorium but I don’t post pictures of myself or family on the blog, so the ticket is my proof!