In 1956, a competition to design the Sydney Opera House drew 233 entries. Danish architect Jørn Utzon surprised everyone by winning. His unique sail-shaped design has become a symbol of Sydney ...

The construction of the Australian icon was plagued by technical problems, soaring costs, public anger and political infighting. In 1965, BBC Tonight visited the construction site.

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Inaugurated in 1973, the Sydney Opera House is a great architectural work of the 20th century that brings together multiple strands of creativity and innovation in both architectural form and ...

The iconic Sydney Opera House brings Auracast tech to its venues to help those with hearing issues rediscover their love for live music.

Back again for more, Vivid Sydney has unveiled what’s on the cards for 2025. Opening on Friday 23 May and concluding on ...

Bell Shakespeare kicks off its 2025 season with a modern and accessible adaptation of Henry 5 performed by a fresh-faced cast ...

Leena Tailor Designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, the sailboat-inspired structure – submitted during an international design ... Sydney Harbour Bridge also await visitors in the Sydney ...

However, the design competition went ahead as planned ... The initial estimate of the final cost of the Sydney Opera House was put at A£3.5m or A$7m – at the time, Australia's official currency ...