A short, close-up look at the Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center in Sydney. Located on the waterfront of Sydney Harbour, it is widely regarded as one of the world's most famous landmarks and a masterpiece of 20th-century architecture.
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The Opera House is Sydney's most famous landmark. It is a multipurpose performing arts facility whose largest venue is the 2,679-seat Concert Hall, which often hosts symphonic concerts, choral performances and popular music performances. Opera and dance performances, including ballets, are staged in the Opera House (renamed the Joan Sutherland Theater in 2012 in honour of the famous Australian opera soprano), which seats more than 1,500.
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There are also three theaters of different sizes and configurations for plays, film screenings and small musical performances.
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The forecourt at the southeastern end of the complex is used for outdoor performances.
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The building also houses a restaurant and a professional recording studio.
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In 2007, the Opera House was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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The Sydney opera house was designed by Bertram Stevens and built between 1973 and 1982
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The Sydney Opera House allows visitors to roam freely within the grounds. When the theater is not showing, you can go in and admire the interior. You can click as many photos as you want, use their toilets, and enjoy the view from the huge steps. Catching a show at one of the six theaters that host operas, musicals and other live entertainment is a great way to experience the place.
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Some of the regular performances in resident companies include the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Bangara Dance Theatre, Opera Australia, Sydney Theater Company, Bell Shakespeare, Sydney Symphony Orchestra and The Australian Ballet.
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The Opera House is also at the center of a culinary experience, the best of which is the Bennelong Restaurant. It is run by renowned Australian chef Peter Gilmore. The restaurant offers a gourmet menu including some of Australia's best wine and food. Book ahead for a table with harbor views, and if not, you can always head to the trendy bar.
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Children and theater don't always mix, so the Sydney Opera House offers Teen Adventures to let your little ones experience the joy of live theatre. The tour lasts one hour. You can accompany your children while professional guides share interesting stories and engage them in interactive activities. Finally, the child has a chance to dress up!
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You can also visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, take a short walk along the waterfront from the Sydney Opera House, and visit Circular Quay if you want to take a leisurely stroll south along the Promenade from the Sydney Opera House.
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All in all, a trip to Sydney is not worth a trip to Sydney without visiting the Sydney Opera House with family or friends and its musicals, operas, plays, live entertainment and beautiful surroundings. For a blend of architecture, art, culture and incredible harbor views, visit the Sydney Opera House.