Songs of the Bulbul at Sydney Opera House
Dates: 1/28/2026 - 1/31/2026
📍 Theatre: Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000
Sydney,
Is This Your Show?
Submit Updates & Sell More Tickets
Songs of the Bulbul features acclaimed dancer-choreographer Aakash Odedra in a solo performance inspired by an ancient Sufi myth. The production explores the poignant story of the Persian nightingale, symbolizing a journey from sorrow to serenity in its final moments. With choreography by Rani Khanam and a rich score by Rushil Ranjan, the performance intertwines Indian Kathak dance with the spiritual essence of Sufi poetry. This captivating piece will be showcased at the Sydney Opera House's Playhouse from January 28 to January 31, 2026.
Cast and Creative Team for Songs of the Bulbul at Sydney Opera House
Cast
Aakash Odedra
Lead Dancer
Rani Khanam
Choreographer
Rushil Ranjan
Composer
Creative Team
Brenna Hobson
Director, Programming
Tessa Pelle
Communications Coordinator
Francesca Breen
Communications Manager
News About Songs of the Bulbul at Sydney Opera House
SONGS OF THE BULBUL Comes to the Playhouse This January
November 26, 2025 A powerful new contemporary dance production – Songs of the Bulbul, featuring internationally renowned UK dancer-choreographer Aakash Odedra – arrives at the Sydney Opera House in January for four performances in the Playhouse.About the Theatre
Sydney Opera House Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Sydney Opera House?
What shows have played recently at Sydney Opera House?
Australian Festival of Arts and Music (07/25/26-07/25/26)
Pay No Attention (07/04/26-07/11/26)
Izzard: The Tragedy of Hamlet (06/09/26-06/21/26)
ChorusOz Aida (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Temple of Desire (06/04/26-06/05/26)
Sheltering (06/03/26-06/13/26)
Julius Caesar (03/07/26-04/05/26)
Opera Up Late (02/21/26-02/21/26)
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Sydney (02/16/26-02/21/26)
RENT (09/27/25-11/01/25)
Pay No Attention (07/04/26-07/11/26)
Izzard: The Tragedy of Hamlet (06/09/26-06/21/26)
ChorusOz Aida (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Temple of Desire (06/04/26-06/05/26)
Sheltering (06/03/26-06/13/26)
Julius Caesar (03/07/26-04/05/26)
Opera Up Late (02/21/26-02/21/26)
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Sydney (02/16/26-02/21/26)
RENT (09/27/25-11/01/25)
Where is Sydney Opera House located?
Sydney Opera House is at Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney.
|
Morning Melodies: What's New, Pussycat Kingston City Hall (8/25-8/25) |
|
The Lark IPAC – IMB Theatre (8/05-8/09) |
|
PAW Patrol™ Live! "Race to the Rescue" TikTok Entertainment Centre (8/15-8/16) |
|
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Pokolbin Hunter Farm & Adventure Centre (5/07-10/22) |
|
lacuna Belvoir Street Theatre (7/30-8/15) |
|
2026 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Semi-Finals Concert The Independent Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
|
Monty Python's Spamalot Sydney Event Centre - The Star (10/15-10/18) |
|
The Merry Widow Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House (7/08-8/18) |
|
Weddings and Parties Over Coffee St Finbar’s Catholic Church (8/16-8/16) |
|
Top Silk Ensemble Theatre (7/31-9/12) |