A good time to arrive is 30 minutes before the performance starts – or earlier if you would like to have a drink in one of the theatre’s licensed bars.
Live theatre has a 'lock-out' policy; a period after the curtain goes up when late-comers are not permitted to enter the auditorium. Lock-out periods are set by the production and vary from show to show.
1) If you are coming by car, the best spot to disembark is in front at The Star’s Harbourside entrance where there is a lay-by area on Pirrama Road. Patrons may then proceed up one level via the escalators or the lift, then turn left to walk to the Sydney Lyric entrance. There is an option to use the ramp for stair less entry. 2) An alternative is to drop passengers on the corner of Edward & Union Street. The passengers should walk past Adriano Zumbo and proceed through the food court until they come up to a ramp that leads into our Stalls Foyer. Note: We do not recommend coming in via Pyrmont Street.
Yes, we have a cloak room that you can use free of charge for larger items. Only handbags and satchels that are smaller than an A4 piece of paper are allowed inside the theatre. Due to security requirements, you will be asked to show the contents of your bags to theatre staff.
Yes, you can access our Cloak Room before the show. Due to security requirements, you will be asked to show the contents of your bags to theatre staff.
Many people dress up for the theatre to make it a special occasion, but smart casual is fine as well.
MARY POPPINS - Running Time: Approximately 2 hours & 50 minutes (includes one 20 minute intermission). CINDERELLA - Running Time: Approximately 2 hours & 30 minutes (includes one 20 minute intermission).
No, we don’t allow hot food, hot drinks, smelly takeaway food or glass to be brought into the auditorium. Whilst our theatre auditorium is not a place to eat whole lunches or dinners, we do understand that you might want to enjoy snacks while watching the show. We have bars in the theatre that provide a wide range of refreshments suitable for the auditorium and our ice-cream vendor will usually come into the auditorium during interval. We also allow you to bring your own pre-purchased snacks (lollies, chips, biscuits), soft drinks or refillable water bottles (not glass) to the theatre with you.
Our box office is located in the Stalls foyer and is open two hours before the show to allow you to collect your tickets. You will need to provide identification and present the credit card used to purchase the tickets.
The closest ATM to the Sydney Lyric Theatre is inside The Star's Café Court.
Everyone attending must have a ticket, including children sitting on your lap under the age of two (a ‘babes-in-arms’ ticket can be obtained from our box office on the day of the performance). The child must be seated on the carer's lap for the duration of the performance. In the event of your infant causing a disturbance, we ask that you temporarily remove the infant from the auditorium. Please note that some shows are not suitable for small children.
We understand that each child is different and parental discretion is advised. Please call us if you require clarification on these recommendations. MARY POPPINS: 7+ CINDERELLA: All ages.
The seating in the theatre is raked for excellent sight lines to the stage. We have booster cushions available from our cloakroom for small children free of charge.
Purchase tickets in any location in the Stalls and there will only be a few stairs to negotiate. Our ushers are also very helpful, so please ask them for assistance.
For patrons with a visual impairment the below information may be helpful when choosing a seat. The distance between the centre seat in the specified row and the stage (measured from safety curtain) is: Stalls, Row AA - approximately 5 metres Stalls, Row D - approximately 10 metres Stalls, Row H - approximately 14 metres Dress Circle, Row E - approximately 22.4 metres (this is the front row) Stalls has a gradual incline right to the back of the auditorium, patrons will be at eye level with the Stage at around Row F-G.
Lyric Deluxe packages can be collected from the Lyric Deluxe counter in the theatre foyer up to 1.5 hours before the show starts. Drinks and Choc Top Ice Cream vouchers can be redeemed at any of the theatre bars before the show and during interval. We recommend you arrive about 30 minutes early to collect your items.
Please see our travel tips page for car parking information, click on VISIT in the header.
Yes, items handed into our Lost Property department are recorded and registered. If you have lost something within our theatre, please email us and we will make every effort to locate your lost item and reply to you within 48 business hours.
Yes, accredited service dogs are allowed to enter the theatre. Please make sure you bring accreditation proof with you to the theatre as our ushers will need to sight this before allowing entry. Service dogs must remain on the floor at all times.
If you have a mobile ticket, make sure you have your ticket ready on your phone, with the QR bar code clearly visible for scanning at the auditorium doors. To access your mobile ticket, log into your Ticketmaster account from your phone. Please make sure your phone is fully charged & have screen brightness set to full so your ticket can be scanned. If you are unable to do that, don’t worry, we can try scan them from your phone, and if that doesn’t work, our Box Office will be able to re-print them for you. Do not try to print your mobile tickets as these will not be accepted for entry.
Sometimes, Audio Described performances are arranged via productions that come to our theatre. Information about these performances is usually listed each show page on our website, or you can request this information by emailing access@foundationtheatres.com.au.
Sometimes, Captioned or Auslan Interpreted performances are arranged via productions that come to our theatre. Information about these performances is usually listed each show page on our website, or you can request this information by emailing access@foundationtheatres.com.au.
Children under the age of 16 cannot attend on thier own and must be accompanied by an adult at all times.