Talks and discussions in Sydney

If the latest series of The Summit has got you inspired to up your outdoor game, we’ve got news for you. Bear Grylls – the globally-renowned adventurer, award-winning TV host and author – will return to Sydney in January 2025, with a show named after his life motto: “courage, kindness . . . and never give up!” The Never Give Up tour will pop up in Sydney for one night only on Wednesday, January 29 – and it’s set to be a pretty darn inspiring evening. After finding fame as one of the youngest people to climb Mount Everest at age 23, only 18 months after breaking his back in a parachuting accident, Grylls has gone on to become one of the most well-known adventurers in the world.  The real-life action man will be starting his Aussie tour in Perth on January 23, before heading to Melbourne for a show on January 28. Grylls will be appearing on stage at Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) on Wednesday, January 29 2025, before finishing his stint down under in Brisbane on February 1. “I’m really proud to be bringing my live show to theatres across Australia in January. The clear goal is to encourage that spirit of adventure in us, all of us. This tour feels like the right moment to be doing this, where we need to foster the spirit of courage, kindness and never giving up in all of us,” said Grylls. Pre-sale for tickets has already begun, and general sale starts on Thursday, May 9 from 10am. Tickets start at $89 per person, and you can score yours over here.    Stay in...

Okay ladies (and friends), let’s get in formation! The Sydney Opera House has dropped the first details for the next edition of All About Women (AAW), the festival of feminist ideas that marks the weekend of International Women’s Day each year (and always gives us a lot to think about). In 2025, the binary-smashing bonanza will take over the House with panels and conversations – as well as stand-up comedy and an immersive experience – all exploring inclusive ideas on gender, justice and equality. There’s also happy news for the queer feminists out there (um, like the person writing this) who in previous years have rocked up for a full day of talks as they’re shaking off glitter and sleep deprivation – this year, AAW will not fall on the same weekend as the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade. (And thank goodness for that, because there’s a big gay program ready to compete with those Kylie Minogue concerts!) Leading the pack is Emmy-nominated comedian, actress and writer Kate Berlant (she/her) who will premiere a new stand-up show at AAW as part of her debut Australian tour. Known for her surrealist and absurdist style, this woman has had roles in some of Hollywood’s most-talked-about movies of recent years, including Don’t Worry Darling and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood; and (hot tip!) her intimate comedy special Cinnamon in the Wind is currently streaming on Disney+.  Berlant is joined by the much-loved winner of Australia’s first season of Alone, and author of new release We Are...