Duration
2 hrs 50 mins with 2 intervals
Closing Date
Until April 19, 2025
Opera Australia is bringing back the 50s in a big way, with the four-time Tony Award-winning musical Guys and Dolls! This time, audiences won’t be cooped up in a theatre: instead, watch the show with Sydney Harbour twinkling in the distance in the Handa Opera House. You will be thrown into all the New York action, caught up with its wild ensemble dance numbers and witty humor. With the sharp humor of Joe Swerling and Abe Burrows, get ready to be immersed in showgirls, gamblers, gangsters, and glamor. Luck, be a lady tonight!
Storyline
Meet Nathan Detroit. His pockets are empty, but his rap sheet is full. Desperately searching for funds to support his unlawful craps games, he’s busy trying to dodge the cops. Poor Miss Adelaide is in despair, wanting him to quit gambling and finally put a ring on this 14-year engagement!
Things change when he meets high-roller Sky Masterson, who is looking to win big and they make a wager to get any woman to accompany him to Cuba. Their target? Sister Sarah Brown of the Save-A-Soul Mission, who is failing in her quest to save New York. Get your tickets to find out who wins between the guys and the dolls!
Show timings
- Show timings for Guys & Dolls on Sydney Harbour may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Director: Shaun Rennie
Musical Director: Guy Simpson
Choreographer: Kelly Abbey
Costume Designer: Jennifer Irwin
Lighting Designer: Brian Thomson
Handa Opera
Fleet Steps at Mrs Macquaries Point is a purpose-built open-air stage created each year for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. With seating for around 3,000, it transforms Sydney’s waterfront into a world-class theatre, set against the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Known for its dazzling productions like La Traviata and Carmen, the venue blends grand-scale staging with Sydney’s most iconic skyline.
Getting There
- Address: Fleet Steps Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- By train:
Circular Quay Station (City Circle, Inner West & Airport lines) is about a 9–17 minute walk away.
- By bus:
Buses 304, 311, 343, 396 (and 441) stop within a 5–10 minute walk at Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool or Cowper Wharf Rd.
- By ferry:
Ferries to Circular Quay Wharf 2–4 require a 11–16 minute walk to the venue. Shuttle Bus: A free, wheelchair-accessible shuttle runs between Domain Car Park and the venue pre- and post‑performance.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Toilets, Cloak room, Dining outlets
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed
Additional Information
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Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
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Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
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Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets Redemption
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of the tickets starts from $103 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The show does not have a strict age limit. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
The show is playing at the Handa Opera, Sydney Harbour.
Guys & Dolls is a raucous romantic comedy set in 1950s Manhattan, between a high-rolling gambler and a puritanical sister as well as a showgirl desperate to go straight and an illegal craps dealer. It’s a riot of laughter in the colorful world of showgirls, glitz and glamour!
The running time is 2 hours 50 minutes with two intervals.







