Musical at Sydney Opera House: Rent
Sydney, Sydney Opera House — Joan Sutherland Theatre
About the Event
The show that electrified Broadway has returned!
Immerse yourself in the pulsating, multi‐Tony® Award‐winning musical by Jonathan Larson in this gripping, highly‐praised new rendition.
Venture into the lively streets of East Village in New York City, a place where aspirations are kindled, friendships are forged, and love triumphs against the toughest challenges.
With unforgettable anthems like ‘Seasons of Love’, ‘Take Me or Leave Me’, and ‘La Vie Bohème’, this revolutionary marvel, inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème, transcends the ordinary musical—it’s an exuberant celebration of life, love, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Seize the opportunity to experience the spectacle that captivated Broadway.
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson
Musical Arrangements Steve SkinnerOriginal Concept/Additional Lyrics Billy Aronson
Music Supervision And Additional Arrangements Tim Weil
Dramaturg Lynn Thomson
RENT was originally produced in New York by New York Theatre Workshop and on Broadway by Jeffery Seller, Kevin McCollum, Allan S. Gordon
and New York Theatre Workshop
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
Practical Information
Please note:
This production contains mature content, including coarse language, partial nudity, depiction of death and references to drug addiction and self‐harm. It also makes use of strobe lighting.
Cast / Production
Director: Shaun Rennie
Choreographer: Luca Dinardo
Set Designer: Dann Barber
Lighting Designer: Paul Jackson
Sound Designer: Evan Drill
Costume Designer: Ella Butler
Sydney Opera House
In Sydney, Australia, the Sydney Opera House presents a diverse array of performances. Recognized as both a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most iconic buildings of the 20th Century, it was crafted by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon to serve as a multi-purpose performance hub. Each year, over 1.2 million visitors attend approximately 1,500 events there. The venue is home to both celebrated international performers and local talents, alongside three permanent residents: Opera Australia, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and the Sydney Theatre Company.
Address
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, Australia — Google Maps