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    Tekno Train by Paul Mac

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    Central Station, Haymarket

    A lit-up train that's pumping out a techno soundtrack by Paul Mac is riding Sydney's rails during Vivid 2024.

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    Chefs Cuong Nguyen, Jack Kulusai and Tanya Boonprakong are joining forces for a creative, collaborative dinner series.

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    Armorica, Surry Hills

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    Sunset Boulevard

    Wednesday, August 28 - Friday, November 1, 2024

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

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    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Tuesday, August 6 - Sunday, October 6, 2024

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    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Sydney.

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    Friday, May 31, 2024

    Darling Quarter, Sydney

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    Wednesday, June 19 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

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    Beautiful Frozen Waterfalls

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    Striking Animal Portraits

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    Incredible Maps Depicting Human Activity

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