


Today, the island is a world-class contemporary arts venue, hosting everything from the Biennale of Sydney to live concert performances. Once a meeting place for the Eora Nation, the site is now dotted with the industrial relics of a century of ship-building and architectural marvels dating back to Sydney’s convict past. Step off the boat and you’re surrounded by layers of history. Your night begins with a ferry ride across the glittering water to the world-heritage listed sanctuary of Cockatoo Island. You’ll hear the flirty Habanera and famous Toreador song amid a spectacle that features fire-twirling, car crashes and fireworks. Revel in the irresistible Spanish tunes, sultry story and dark undercurrent of Carmen. Carmen tosses her hair, stamps her feet and the whole world falls under her spell.
