Sydney September School Holidays Top 5 shows & movies
The hot list of new cool & fun Sydney September school holiday shows & movies that will have your family raving!
Stuck for ideas on how to spend some quality time with the kids (and get them off their iPads and Play Stations) these September School Holidays? We’ve got you!
We’ve been busy previewing the hottest Sydney shows & movies to see during these school holidays to keep the entire family entertained!
Best of all, it’s not just the kids and teens who are going to love seeing them – mums and dads are going to enjoy each and every one of these shows and movies too.
Without further ado, here are my top-5 family-friendly Sydney September School holidays shows & cinema…
1. – Sydney Opera House – Sunset Boulevard
Sunset Boulevard opening night at the Sydney Opera House
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard had my family spell-bound.
Going to see Sunset Boulevard is not only the opportunity to give your family the unforgettable experience of watching a show at the Sydney Opera House, but also to witness the Opera & Musical super star Sarah Brightman perform in real life!
This kind of musical masterpiece doesn’t happen in Sydney every day, and it’s now playing at the Sydney Opera House. Grab the family and go see it these school holidays – before it’s gone!
Sarah Brightman leads a superb cast in Sunset Boulevard
What ages is Sunset Boulevard suitable for?
The official minimum recommended age to watch Sunset Boulevard the Musical is 12 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)
How much are tickets to Sunset Boulevard?
Ticket prices for Sunset Boulevard in Sydney start from $52 each for seats in the Stalls.
When is Sunset Boulevard on?
Sunset Boulevard is playing throughout the September school holidays right up until November 1, 2024.
Where can I buy tickets to Sunset Boulevard?
You can get tickets to Sunset Boulevard at the Opera House and find out more information at the official website here
Where is Sydney Sunset Boulevard playing?
Sunset Boulevard is currently playing at The Sydney Opera House, located right on the edge of the Sydney Harbour at Circular Quay in Sydney city, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.
See our Instagram reel of our opening night at Sunset Boulevard here
Thanks to Opera Australia and GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend the Sunset Boulevard Opening Night.
2. – Sydney Lyric Theatre – Hamilton, Australia
We loved Hamilton the musical playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre
Join the Revolution and see HAMILTON the Musical, playing in Sydney for a limited time!
I had heard about HAMILTON for years but had never seen it, so when we received an invitation, you better believe I leapt at it with both hands – and what a show it is!
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of USA Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honour, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation.
I love how HAMILTON is set to a score which blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway effortlessly. It’s a modern take which at first is all so unexpected and yet it works so well, fuelling what is a very exciting tale of events that shaped history!
The wonderful cast of Hamilton the musical playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre
What ages is Hamilton the Musical suitable for?
The recommended age to watch Hamilton the musical is 8+. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)
How much are tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney?
Ticket prices for Hamilton in Sydney start from $75 each.
When is Hamilton the Musical on?
Hamilton is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until January 5, 2025. It’s final season in Sydney!
Where can I buy tickets to Hamilton in Sydney?
You can buy tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney and find out more information at the Hamilton Australia official website here
Where is Hamilton in Sydney playing?
Hamilton is now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre inside The Star Casino, located at 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.
See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Hamilton here
Thanks to GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend Hamilton Australia.
3. – Sydney – Sister Act
Sister ACT is now playing at the Sydney Capitol Theatre
Sister Act is such a fun musical to enjoy with the family! The amazing Casey Donovan stars in this Divine Musical Comedy, now playing in Sydney.
Bursting with life, colour and song, Sister Act will have your kids joyfully wriggling along to the music in their seats!
Based on the smash-hit movie, this is a great feel-good show. Grab the kids and go and enjoy the Sister Act musical together.
We loved Sister Act in Sydney
What ages is Sister Act suitable for?
The official recommended age to watch Sister Act the musical is 10 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)
How much are tickets to Sister Act the Musical?
Ticket prices for Sister Act in Sydney start from $69.90 each.
When is Sister Act on?
Sister Act is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until October 26, 2024.
Where can I buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney?
You can buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney and find out more information at the Sister Act Australia official website here
Where is Sister Act in Sydney playing?
Sister Act is now playing at the Capitol Theatre located at 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney City, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.
Which hotel is close to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney?
The Kimpton Margot Sydney is five minutes walk to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney and are the official partner hotel of Sister Act.
See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Sister Act here
Thanks to the Producers of Sister Act for inviting us to attend an exclusive special preview.
4. – National cinemas – THE WILD ROBOT movie review
If you see just one family movie these approaching September school holidays, make it this one!
Which is the best family movie to see these school holidays?
From the makers of the beloved How to Train Your Dragon, THE WILD ROBOT is a gorgeous new adaptation of Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller of the same name, and the film stars Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor.
THE WILD ROBOT is a truly gorgeous school holidays movie choice. My family loved it – it had us all completely invested the whole way through – and best of all this charming all-ages movie will suit everyone in the family!
Where can I watch THE WILD ROBOT movie?
THE WILD ROBOT is only in cinemas these September School Holidays.
See our Instagram post of our experience at THE WILD ROBOT Premiere here
Thanks to Universal Pictures for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of THE WILD ROBOT.
5. – National cinemas – Alien: Romulus movie review
Alien: Romulus is now playing in cinemas
In space no one can hear you scream…but you know where they can hear you scream? The movies. That’s where they can hear you scream.
Which is the best teen movie to see these school holidays?
Alien: Romulus – it’s terrifyingly good!
We were thrilled to be invited to the Sydney movie premiere of Alien Romulus. As soon as it finished my teenage daughters and I wanted to watch it again immediately because it’s so good!
Alien Romulus is well-worth watching and a great activity to enjoy with your older kids these school holidays – but get ready to scream!
Where can I watch Alien: Romulus?
Alien: Romulus is now showing in cinemas nationally.
Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Alien: Romulus movie Premiere in Sydney here
Thanks to 20th Century Studios & the Walt Disney Company for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of Alien: Romulus.
Alien: Romulus Sydney movie premiere
Honourable mention – Road Trip to Canberra to see Chicago & Floriade 2024!
Chicago the musical is now playing at the Canberra Theatre
It really would be a crime to miss Chicago the Musical – on now at the Canberra Theatre until September 29, 2024.
Make a weekend of it and book a stay at the Ovolo Nishi Hotel, the official partner hotel of Chicago in Canberra. Then you’ll also have time to visit Australia’s biggest spring celebration, Floriade 2024!
Floriade Spring flower festival in Canberra
Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Chicago Premiere in Canberra here
Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Floriade media preview in Canberra here
Thanks to the Canberra Theatre & Ovolo Nishi for inviting us to the Opening Night festivities of Chicago.
Thanks to the ACT Government for inviting us to the Floriade Media preview.
Have you attended any of these shows or movies, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…
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All information is correct as at September 2024 – theatre & movie prices may vary accordingly – always check the official websites for relevant, up to date information and prices.
The Let’s Go Mum Family were invited guests to all of the above shows and movies. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.
