


In Ireland, a wake is more than a farewell, it’s a celebration of life, where music, stories and laughter carry through the night.
WAKE brings that spirit to the stage in a contemporary spectacular by Dublin trailblazers THISISPOPBABY (RIOT, 2018). Featuring world-class Irish talent from pole and break dancers to aerial artists, poets and live musicians, it’s tradition reimagined with energy and heart.
1hr 35min. No Interval.
Ages 12+.
14th January, 2026
24th January, 2026

An access ramp to the main entrance is at 245 Wilson Street. All venues in the Carriageworks precinct offer level access, though theatre shows may have raked seating. For accessible seating, please email boxoffice@carriageworks.com.au.
Accessible parking is at the end of Carriageworks Way, enter via 229 Wilson Street. Public accessible toilets are in the main building, and service animals are welcome. Guest seating is available throughout the Carriageworks Public Space. Please note that Carriageworks does not have a hearing loop.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: Carriageworks is easily accessible by train. Walk eight minutes from Redfern Station, ten minutes from Macdonaldtown Station or 15 minutes from Newtown Station.
BY BUS: Bus routes 422, 423, 426, 428, 370, 352 stop on City Road at Codrington Street, a five minute walk from Carriageworks.
BY BICYCLE: There are bike lanes on nearby streets and bike racks on Wilson Street at the the top of the stairs, near the main entrance.
BY CAR: Limited on-site parking is available at the end of Carriageworks Way. Enter via 229 Wilson Street.
★★★★★ “WAKE is like Riverdance for club queens” – The Irish Times
★★★★★ “An adrenaline shot of joy to the heart” – The Arts Review
Presented by: Sydney Festival in association with Carriageworks
Supported by: Culture Ireland and Destination NSW
WAKE runs for 1hr 35min. No Interval.
WAKE is at Sydney's Bay 17 | Carriageworks, which is located at 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, Sydney, 2015.
WAKE tickets start at $74.
Ages 12+.
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