Melissa Hoyer
The Phantom of the Opera fans from around the world can kick off celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the iconic musical with a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Sydney.
The extraordinary outdoor production – and if you haven’t been to a Handa production, it really is a must-do – and it returns for a much anticipated and limited run at Handa Opera, Sydney Harbour from March 27 to May 3.
With Sydney Opera House as a backdrop, a live orchestra, nightly fireworks and pop-up restaurants and bars, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour is one of the most unique theatrical experiences in the world, and the only place where you can see this epic-scale production of The Phantom of the Opera under the stars.
Directed by Australia’s master of musical theatre, Simon Phillips, with audacious costumes and sets by Gabriela Tylesova, choreography by Simone Sault and music supervision from acclaimed Guy Simpson, the outdoor staging brings a whole new level of spectacle to this legendary musical’s defining moments – the mirror, the journey to the Phantom’s lair and the chandelier – all played out on an enormous stage built over Sydney Harbour.
The Phantom of the Opera on Sydney Harbour premiered in 2022 becoming the highest grossing Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production in the annual event’s history.
Four years later it’s proving more popular than ever with 2026 advance sales soaring well above expectations, and an extra week has been added to the season due to popular demand.
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour is supported by the NSW Government, via its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW, and through the International Foundation for Arts and Culture as Naming Rights Partner, Dr Haruhisa Handa OA’s Patron in Chief, and OA’s Principal Partner, HSBC.
BOOKING WRAP:
*Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour – The Phantom of the Opera: Friday 27 March – 3 May 2026
*Fleet Steps, Mrs Macquaries Point, Sydney
*Bookings: +61 2 9318 8200 | Visit here
