# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Event Description**: The Whitlams joins the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in two performances of their renowned symphonic collaboration on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 January at the State Theatre. The show debuted in 2004, and has developed as new albums have been released.  

This retrospective will see the SSO share centre stage, playing a wide palate of styles written by many of Australia's finest composers. Notably, Tim Freedman's friendship with the late Peter Sculthorpe is marked by two gorgeous arrangements.

Classic compositions including "No Aphrodisiac" and "Blow Up the Pokies" will be joined by highlights of The Whitlams' 2020s resurgence with songs from the two recent albums, "Sancho" (2022), and Americana influenced, "Kookaburra" (2024). 

 "...the kind of arrangements which assume intelligence not just on stage but in the audience.
 It's wit and risk and flair." Sydney Morning Herald 

"...superbly orchestrated with a sophistication of sound rare in a pop gig." The Age
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/the-whitlams-with-sydney-symphony-orchestra-|-state-theatre-sydney-nsw/200029188462447
- **Event Categories**: music, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 479

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sydney
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: State Theatre
- **lat**: -33.8709599
- **long**: 151.20723
- **full address**: State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW being held?
  - **A:** The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW takes place on Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am at State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW?
  - **A:** The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW is organized by The Whitlams Official.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Whitlams with Sydney Symphony Orchestra | State Theatre, Sydney NSW is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. 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 470+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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