JULY 27-28   Internationally renowned concert pianist Konstantin Shamray joins the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra for a stunning showcase of Russian music. Hear Sergei Rachmaninov’s brilliant Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini performed in this special show. The Concourse Concert Hall $35+ visitchatswood.com.au ...

JULY 26-AUGUST 31   On a crumbling country estate, Uncle Vanya and his niece Sonya work tirelessly to preserve their family’s privileges. It’s a lonely, mundane existence. That is until the arrival of Sonya’s father Professor Serebryakov and his new wife Yelena...

JULY 27   Australian alt funk icons Skunkhour are back. Hot off their latest 2022 EP release, including hit lead track Blue, this unique group are bringing potent rhythms and timeless songs to Avalon. Avalon Beach RSL avalonrsl.com.au ...

JULY 26   Join us for an evening of live jazz, cheese platters and wine tasting, hosted in the Lounge Bar. Taste eight different wines from various regions including red, white and rose, plus one ‘mystery wine’. Royal Motor Yacht Club $25 royalmotor.com.au ...

JULY 20-AUGUST 25   From America’s musical mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda comes the salsa-fuelled musical about a vibrant community in Washington Heights. It stars Ryan Gonzalez, Olivia Vásquez and Richard Valdez. Experience the incredible journey of love, ambition and community in this smash...

The arts and music festival is back with live music, exhibitions and exciting events that will fire up your winter this July Put your beanie and your best jacket on, as this year’s Creative Open is back, bigger and better than...

JUNE 6-JULY 6   Stolen tells the stories of five members of the Stolen Generation, whose lives are irrevocably altered by their experiences in a social and political system that sought to erase their cultural identity. Sydney Theatre Company $40+ sydneytheatre.com.au ...

JUNE 8-SEPTEMBER 8   The Archibald Prize for portrait painting is the country’s most significant art award. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes. Enjoy the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2024...

JULY 13   Opera singer David Hobson and comedian Colin Lane have been friends for 25 years. From vastly different backgrounds, the performers have their worlds collide in this entertaining show. North Sydney Leagues Club $55 norths.com.au ...

UNTIL JULY 21   Comedy masters Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney are the definitive odd couple in Neil Simon’s Tony Award-winning comedy of friendship, divorce and misunderstandings. It started as a play and Broadway laughed. A movie and a TV series followed...