# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Night at the Library - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: In this performance Bell Shakespeare takes students on a child’s adventure, exploring the world of wonder and magic inside a Library.About this EventThese performances are exclusively for schools.Join Bell Shakespeare on this epic quest through the remarkable world inside the State Library of NSW.A young student who is not a fan of reading or books spends one memorable night 'stuck' in the Library, discovering that there is far more to the Library and its contents than they ever imagined. Meeting real historical figures and characters from literature, they go on a magical journey of discovery connecting with the human stories behind the Library's vast collection.The performance is suitable for Stage 2 and 3 students and the expected duration is 60 minutes. We encourage you to allow sufficient time at the Library to explore the areas and collections highlighted in the performance - don't miss our Shakespeare Room!A Night at the Library is written by Joanna Erskine. This magical show is part of our 200 anniversary program.Information for schoolsTickets must be purchased via credit card (or office credit card) at the time of booking. You will automatically receive a tax invoice in your confirmation email after purchase.Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the show start time so students can access bathrooms and store bags.If your group booking number exceeds 100, please call us on (02) 9273 1778 to make arrangements.Download the Risk Assessment and Management Plan for your visit.For excursion logistics and information about the Library, please see the FAQ section below.Performance dates for schools:Wednesday 16 September at 10amWednesday 16 September at 1pmThursday 17 September at 1pmFriday 18 September at 10amIf a performance is marked as grey, it has sold out. We encourage you to book early so you don't miss out.Tickets for family performances are available . To stay up to date with upcoming events, subscribe to our newsletters and visit our website.For any questions, please email learning.library@sl.nsw.gov.au or call (02) 9273 1778.Thank you for your interest in attending an event at the State Library of NSW. Please see the Terms and Conditions on our website which apply to booking to attend a State Library of NSW event. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/a-night-at-the-library/100001987032700296 - **Event Categories**: meetups, art, literary-art, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: State Library of New South Wales - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 25, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sydney - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: State Library of New South Wales - **lat**: -33.8664963 - **long**: 151.2130501 - **full address**: State Library of New South Wales, 1 Shakespeare place, Sydney, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Night at the Library - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/87e0cbe0d1dc8aa295af703f9a796a770fc0148f17e4fff28207202ae2990d9b-rimg-w1200-h800-dc48172b-gmir.jpg?v=1776316750 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Night at the Library being held? - **A:** A Night at the Library takes place on Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm at State Library of New South Wales, 1 Shakespeare place, Sydney, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Night at the Library? - **A:** A Night at the Library is organized by State Library of New South Wales, Learning Services. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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