Musicals

Sunset Boulevard - Tickets

Name: Sunset Boulevard
Start: 2024-09-24T19:00:00
End: 2024-09-24T21:40:00
Location: Joan Sutherland Theatre

Sunset Boulevard Joan Sutherland Theatre

Sunset Boulevard, the Tony-winning Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, hits Sydney! Faded silent film star Norma Desmond becomes fixated on a young writer. Will her Hollywood dreams turn tragic?

Why watch Sunset Boulevard

The brainchild of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Boulevard is all set for Sydney. Tickets for this show are selling out quickly, to no surprise! The show has won a record 7 Tony Awards, including the top prize for Best Musical. This production marks the return of Sarah Brightman, who was the very first Christine in Phantom of the Opera. In her first time back on stage in 30 years, she's playing the mysterious Norma Desmond. Tim Draxl plays Joe Gillis and Paul Warwick Griffin directs.

The story

Faded silent film star Norma Desmond, living in a faded Hollywood mansion, clings to the ghosts of her glamorous past. When struggling writer Joe Gillis enters her world, Norma sees him as her ticket back to the top. Blinded by the luxury she offers, Joe gets sucked into her delusional world. As he writes her fantasy script, the lines blur between Norma's faded reality and her desperate dream of a comeback. Will Joe be the key to her return, or will Norma's obsession destroy them? Book your Sunset Boulevard Sydney tickets and find out.

Great for

Andrew Lloyd Webber fans | fans of mysteries | fans of musicals

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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21 ratings

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Regina

5/5

Sep, 2024

It waz an amazing evening watching in person Sarah Brightman at the Opera House. Subset Boukevard is fantastic and beautiful musics. The cast is simply the best.

Anna

4/5

Sep, 2024

Easy to book, however I was surprised there was an international exchange rate charged . Tickets came through easily once I downloaded the app

James

5/5

Sep, 2024

Had never used Headout before but once I knew what was going on and how it all worked it was very well done. Loved Sunset Boulevard and would recommend it to anyone. The critics were not particularily kind but I don't think they knew what they were talking about. It was several standing ovasions in SYD the night I saw it and everyone around me LOVED IT and could not understand the poor reviews it got.

Christine

5/5

Sep, 2024

I absolutely loved Sunset Boulevard. The staging, the lighting, the dramatic moments all added to a very pleasant viewing. Tickets were very easy to get. On Headout. An easy place to find them. The venue was glorious, as only the Opera House can deliver.

Jill

4/5

Sep, 2024

Ticketing with Headout was excellent. They were quick to acknowledge payment and supply the allocated seating we requested. The show was enjoyable with good acting, great orchestra and creative backdrops.

Know before you go

Show details

Genre: Musical

Audience: Suitable for 12+

Theatre Name: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House

Theatre Capacity: 1,507

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Theatre facilities: Restrooms, bars, wheelchair accessible, assisted listening system, guide dogs are allowed

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Sarah Brightman & Silvie Paladino as Norma Desmond, Tim Draxl as Joe Gillis, Robert Grubb as Max von Mayerling, Ashleigh Rubenach as Betty Shaefer, Jarrod Draper as Artie Green, and Paul Hanlon as Cecil B Demille
Direction: Paul Warwick Griffin
Music: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Book and lyrics: Don Black and Christopher Hampton

Additional tips

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
The role of Norma Desmond will be played by Sarah Brightman on Wednesday–Sunday evenings and Saturday matinees. Silvie Paladino will play this role on Tuesday evening and Wednesday matinee performances.
Captioned Performances: 18th September, 1pm
Audio-described Performances: 14th September, 2pm