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The world-renowned Sydney Opera House aims to celebrate its 50th birthday over the next 12 months with more than 230 performances and a host of Australian and international stars.
Apart from classical concerts, modern music from pop to R&B is also planned. As Australian news agency AAP reported on Wednesday, indigenous artists are also on the show.
Celebrations are set to begin next month with nightly projections on the architectural masterpiece’s iconic sails. It is said that in October 2023 – the month of the tour’s anniversary – they will conclude with a “grand finale concert”.
Along with the nearby Harbor Bridge, the Opera House is one of the icons of the Australian metropolis. The design is from the Danish architect and Pritzker Prize winner Jørn Utsen (1918-2008). After 14 years of construction, the opera house was opened on October 20, 1973 by Queen Elizabeth II.
Regional Arts Minister Ben Franklin launched the celebrations on Wednesday. “There is no longer an iconic building in Australia,” he said. Many free events are also planned. Program director Fiona Manning emphasized: “Just as the Opera House pushes the boundaries of architecture, our program will push the boundaries of the past and encourage artists and audiences from all walks of life to explore new forms of expression.”
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