# Event Details

- **Event Name**: KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 am – Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 01:45 pm (+11:00)
- **Event Description**: Swedish masters of dark melody KATATONIA return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026, bringing songs from their haunting new album Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State to life on stage, plus major milestones from the band’s extensive catalogue of astounding albums.

‘Stagnation’ is not a word in the Katatonia dictionary. Since breaking through as masters of
death/doom, Stockholm’s freethinkers have transcended genre, consolidating goth, shoegaze and prog into bleak, melodic songs.
 
After three decades of invention and reinvention, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State marks another bold leap – not to mention singer, founder and lead songwriter Jonas Renkse’s most personal effort to date.
 
Drawing from such albums such as the powerful The Great Cold Distance and Dead End Kings, Katatonia’s live concerts deliver a fan’s feast of dazzling experimentation which is astonishingly more metal than ever without holding back on the anthems. The dark hooks and tender vocals remain, yet the band also drive in unpredictable directions while delivering their hardest riffs in years.
 
Rejoice! It's time to bring KATATONIA’s haunting brilliance and signature vibrant darkness back to stages across Australia & NZ.

Katatonia shows regularly sell out – Do not miss your opportunity to catch Katatonia live in 2026!

“The Swedes played gems from their back catalogue, spanning over twenty years, and fans were losing their minds. It’s quite a picture to watch fans scream with excitement to the soft opening chord to a song that begins so minutely different to the last – some serious passion.” - Wall of Sound
 
“It’s hard to say what the highlights of Katatonia’s performance were because my notes on every song are something along the lines of “killer riff”, “solid crowd engagement”, “killer face melting solo” or something to that effect.” - Everyday Metal

“… with each cheer the atmosphere of anticipation became Swedish masters of dark melody KATATONIA return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026denser and more leaden… bursting the proleptic bubble and sending the crowd into a frenzy.” The Rockpit
 
“Katatonia is one of the best musical acts in the world… All we can do is continue to watch in awe and enjoy being witness to the masters at work.” Dead Rhetoric
 
VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGE INCLUDES:
 
VIP Entry (no need to queue)
Exclusive Meet & Greet with KATATONIA
Commemorative VIP Laminate
One pre-signed KATATONIA tour poster
A photo with KATATONIA on your personal camera
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/katatonia-|-fri-9-oct-|-metro-theatre-sydney/200029231125425
- **Event Categories**: music, art, entertainment, theatre, concerts, performances, fine-arts, meetups, live-music, meet-and-greet
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 60

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sydney
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: The Metro Theatre
- **lat**: -33.875697923005
- **long**: 151.20657742023
- **full address**: The Metro Theatre, Cafe C'Ya, G2/624 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY being held?
  - **A:** KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY takes place on Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 am to Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 01:45 pm at The Metro Theatre, Cafe C'Ya, G2/624 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney.
- **Q**: Who is organizing KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY?
  - **A:** KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY is organized by DRW Entertainment.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at DRW Entertainment's events?
  - **A:** DRW Entertainment has 158+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. DRW Entertainment has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** KATATONIA | FRI 9 OCT | METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sydney, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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