MLC Centre
Welcome to the Theatre Royal
 As one of Sydney's premier commercial theatre venues, the Theatre Royal has been the home of shows, from world renowned plays such as The Importance of Being Earnest, The Woman in Black and The Blue Room to mega-musicals, such as the Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Cats, Dirty Dancing, My Fair Lady and many more. Many scenes of the movie ‘Mao’s Last Dancer’ were also filmed on the Theatre Royal stage. The first Theatre Royal was originally built in 1827. The current Theatre Royal, designed by Harry Seidler, opened in 1976. It is located in the MLC Centre, in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

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DANCE OF DESIRE

25 February-6 March 2010

Complete with entirely original music and choreography DANCE of DESIRE is undoubtedly unique in its imaginative design. This ground breaking Irish production challenges the boundaries of other Irish dance productions and has uniquely elevated the world of Irish dance to a new level. DANCE of DESIRE is also one of a select few Irish resident and touring dance productions which was actually produced in Ireland and has received critical acclaim not just abroad but also at home in Ireland where creative distinction is reserved for only those who excel amongst their peers within the Irish music and dance traditions.

The show has a cast of 25 performers and comprises world & Irish champion dancers and a selection of Ireland's finest musical and vocal virtuosos. It has already played to sell out audiences from Beijing to Berlin, Chicago to the Czech Republic and Kuala Lumpur to Paris and is currently on a 9 month residency in Jupiter's Casino, Gold Coast Australia performing 8 shows per week and will have performed to in excess of 150,000 people after the run.

The accumulative skills and talents of the costume, set and lighting designers has insured too that the power and passion of the shows story-line devised by Sean Quinlan is conveyed to the audience in a realistic and all encapsulating manner. While the choreography described as "outstanding and extremely innovative" speaks for itself in terms of the heights it reaches and the boundaries that it crosses.

DANCE of DESIRE – The Critics

Below are just some of the critics' responses to the show:

"Terrific" - (The Irish Times)

"Stunning" - (The Irish Independent)

"Sure fire hit" - (Irish Examiner)

"Superb...it has to be seen to be believed" - (Irish Dancing Magazine)

"Spectacular...this show is for all the family" - (Irish Music Magazine)

"World Class" - (The Sun)

"Truly outstanding... captivating...mesmerising" - (The Star)

"Colour, Spectacle, incredible dancing and powerful Irish music make Dance of Desire an unmissable show." - (Galway Now)

NICK JR.S' DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! 

March 2010

Dora the Explorer is embarking on an all-new LIVE musical adventure in NICK JR.'s DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! SEARCH FOR THE CITY OF LOST TOYS. Join Dora, Boots the monkey, Diego and their friends as they embark on an exciting journey through the number pyramid, the mixed-up jungle and more.

Along the way the audience will use their map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully get Dora and friends to the City of Lost Toys.

NICK JR.'s DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! SEARCH FOR THE CITY OF LOST TOYS comes to the Theatre Royal Sydney for limited shows only.
 
Running time approximately 80-85mins which includes a 20 minute intermission.

For more information, go to Nick Jr.s' Dora the Explorer Live!
VENUE INFORMATION
Address: 108 King Street, Sydney.
Administration: Phone 02-9224 8444 (no ticket sales) Fax 02-9223 3994
For ticket inquiries and bookings, call 1 300 795 012
Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.
When there is a performance, the box office remains open until show time.
Weekend opening hours will vary according to performance times.
Collecting Tickets: 
It is advisable to collect your tickets in advance to avoid the queues: we recommend picking up your tickets before you head to the venue. If you decide to collect your tickets at the venue, be sure to arrive early to avoid potential delays.
Late Patrons:
Most performances include a "Lock Out" period. Please be aware patrons who arrive late will not gain access to the auditorium until a there's a suitable break in the performance.
Cloakroom:
A free cloakroom service is located on the ground floor. This service is available approximately 45 minutes prior to the performance.
Backpacks and Large Bags:
For comfort, safety and security reasons, we ask that you cloak all backpacks and large bags – this is a condition of entry to the auditorium.
There is no hearing loop at the Theatre Royal.
HOW TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS
  • In person at any Ticketek outlet
  • Counter booking in person at the Theatre Royal Box Office
  • 1300 795 012 - Theatre & Arts Phone Booking Line
  • 1300 364 001 - Group Booking Phone Line
  • 132 849 - General Bookings Phone Booking Line
  • www.ticketek.com.au
  • Patrons with disabilities: (02) 9246 6390
SEATING
The Stalls area (lower level) is accessible by stairs only.  There are no lifts.  The Dress Circle area (upper level) is accessible by lift and escalators.
Patrons in wheelchairs or with mobility concerns are asked to mention this to Ticketek when making their booking or call (02) 9246 6390.
Seating can change from show to show - this seating map to be used as a GUIDE ONLY. AA and BB rows in the Stalls may be removed for certain shows.
THEATRE ROYAL TECHNICAL ASPECTS
To view the download file listed you will need to have installed on your machine Adobe Acrobat Reader, to download a free copy please visit the Adobe website.
Please download the   Theatre Royal Technical Apects  (PDF, 83 kb)
PARKING AND TRANSPORT
Car Parking
The entrance to the car park is right beside the theatre on King Street.

The car park is run by Wilson Parking and offers early bird specials, casual parking, flat rates after hours and at weekends and permanent parking.

For information on current rates click here.

For theatre patrons attending weekday performances, present your theatre ticket on entry to receive a discounted flat rate of $45.00 for the day.

Contact Wilson Parking on 02-9231 0519 if you require further information on parking.

   Trains
Martin Place is the closest station to the MLC Centre and Theatre Royal, however, St James, Wynyard and Town Hall are also within easy walking distance www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au

Buses
Castlereagh St (right outside the MLC Centre) and Elizabeth Street. Also close to George Street. www.sydneytransport.net.au

For information on all public transport call the transport info line 131 500 or visit their website: www.131500.com.au
PRE-THEATRE DINING AND DRINKS
Theatre Royal VIP Room/Functions - Catering and Functions by RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES

  VIP Room Information Kit  (PDF, 625 kb)  
  Food & Beverage Information  (PDF, 42 kb)
Ambar 9223 3550   Cafe Courtyard 9233 4937   Eden  9223 4333
Moonshadow Grille 9232 1155   Paradiso 9235 3170  
For more information and other eateries, please click her for the MLC Centre Dining Guide