Arts

After a 19-year hiatus, a beloved North Shore cultural institution is back. Discover how local creatives can secure their share of a $15,000 visual arts prize pool at The Concourse.

Born in 1948 from a makeshift garden fundraiser for the local rock pool, the Avoca Beach Theatre remains a rare mid-century treasure. Today, descendants of the founding Hunter family continue to preserve its nostalgic charm and community spirit.

With just 22 days left before crucial DA approvals expire, Ku-ring-gai residents are taking to the streets to demand action on the historic Marian St Theatre in Killara.

The fight for Ku-ring-gai’s cultural heart hits the streets as North Shore residents prepare to protest the local council's decision to abandon a long-awaited performing arts venue.

The Lower North Shore's premier celebration of words and ideas is back for 2026. Join acclaimed writers and prominent local voices at the Willoughby Literary Festival for a diverse, free weekend of storytelling and creative connection.

As part of our commitment to the vibrant local arts scene, The Post regularly partners with leading theatre companies to offer exclusive ticket giveaways. Subscribe to our free community newsletter today for your chance to attend premium stage productions across Sydney and the Coast.

For more than 50 years, the Marian Street Theatre for Young People has been a creative cornerstone on the Upper North Shore. Discover how their inclusive holiday workshops, youth ensembles, and milestone productions are helping the next generation build resilience and find their voice.

Just a short drive up the coast for Northern Beaches and North Shore residents, the Avoca Beach Theatre stands as a rare mid-century time capsule. Discover how a makeshift 1948 fundraiser for a local rock pool evolved into one of the region's most beloved, family-owned cultural hubs.

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For over four decades, the NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition has served as a vital launching pad for Australia’s finest musical minds. This June, the Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra hosts six brilliant young finalists performing full concerti live at The Concourse.