Sydney Symphony Under the Stars 2022

Overview

It's a rare treat to see classical favourites performed by world-class musicians in a beautiful setting. And it's even rarer for that experience to be completely free, but that's exactly what's provided by Sydney Symphony Under the Stars.

Each year the renowned orchestra brings its rapturous performances to Parramatta Park, with the park's rolling green hills acting as a backdrop to a free program that ranges from enduring pieces of the 18th century to famous film scores of the modern era.

The symphony was originally supposed to pop up earlier this year as part of Sydney Festival, but was postponed to Saturday, March 26 due to COVID-19.

Pack a picnic basket and your favourite rug before heading down early to nab a comfy spot in front of the huge stage located at Parramatta Park's The Crescent.

You'll then be treated to a world-renowned performance from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northly. Beethoven's epic Symphony No. 5 will act as the grand finale to the night, accompanied by a thunderous firework display lighting the night's sky.

The event is family-friendly and spots are first-come-first-serve with no online registrations required this year. You can head to the Sydney Festival website for all the details.

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