Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic presented by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra tickets
About Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic
Want Symphonic sees a selection of songs from Rufus Wainwright’s beloved Want One and Want Two albums translated into new lush symphonic arrangements for a performance alongside the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
Praised as ‘the greatest songwriter on the planet,’ by Elton John, and ‘simply one of the great writers’ by David Bowie, Rufus Wainwright’s Want One and Want Two were among the great albums of the early 2000s.
Want Symphonic sees a selection of songs from those albums translated into new lush symphonic arrangements by Sally Herbert (Woodkid, Florence + the Machine) and Max Moston (Anohni and the Johnsons), brought to stunning life by the ‘velvety truffle of Wainwright’s voice’ (London Times) and a 60-person orchestra in a performance of ‘breathtaking and eccentric opulence’ (Rolling Stone).
Heard at The Proms and performed by the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic and Chicago Symphony, among others, now it’s Sydney’s turn to luxuriate in Wainwright’s glorious sonic universe.
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Start date
10th April, 2027
End date
11th April, 2027
Venue
Concert Hall | Sydney Opera House
Accessibility
Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
Directions
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sydney Opera House is short six-minute walk from Circular Quay, with frequent trains, buses and ferries. An accessible shuttle also operates between Circular Quay and the venue for those who require assistance.
BY BICYCLE: Bike parking is available beneath the Monumental Steps.
BY CAR: Parking is available at Wilson Parking Sydney Opera House Car Park, open 24/7 with undercover access to the Lower Concourse. Accessible parking spaces are also available on site.
More information about Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic
Voice, Piano: Rufus Wainwright
Drums: Matthew Johnson
Conductor in Residence: Benjamin Northey
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic at?
Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic is at Sydney's Concert Hall | Sydney Opera House, which is located at Bennelong Point, Sydney, 2000.
How much are tickets for Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic ?
Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic tickets start at $103.
How do you get tickets for Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic ?
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How long is Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic on for?
Tickets for Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic are available through 11 April 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Rufus Wainwright’s Want Symphonic accessible?
Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
