Okay ladies (and friends), let’s get in formation! The full line-up for All About Women (AAW) is here, and the Sydney Opera House has not come to play in 2025. This annual festival of feminist ideas always marks the weekend of International Women’s Day in March, bringing together more than 50 artists, speakers and storytellers for a binary-smashing bonanza of panels, talks, workshops, stand-up comedy and immersive experiences exploring inclusive ideas on gender, justice and equality.
Pick-and-choose your adventure with this spicy program – you can drop in for one or two sessions before debriefing over a vino at Opera Bar, load up your schedule for a full day of educational fun (and peruse the art installations in between), or even stream talks from your couch at home.
The House has added a bunch of big names including Silicon Valley's “most feared” and “well-liked” journalist, Kara Swisher (who in a change of routine, will actually be on stage over at the City Recital Hall on Wednesday, March 5); actress and director Rachel House, discussing what it means to be a Māori woman in the spotlight; Jaguar Jonze on the issues that still plague the modern music industry; Grace Tame getting in on the big Feminist roast, and loads more fodder for thought.
This lot joins the names that were already announced in November, such as Emmy-nominated comedian, actress and writer Kate Berlant (she/her) and the much-loved winner of Australia’s first season of Alone, Gina Chick (she/her)....
When it comes to pondering the important questions in life, Sydney isn’t one to back down. The city is never short of enthralling talks, panel discussions and Q&As on every topic and experience under the sun.
Sydneysiders looking to lap up specialised knowledge can check out big headline festivals like All About Women and the Festival of Dangerous Ideas, or nab tickets to hear from international speakers on the subjects they know best. Plus, there are many venues that host talks throughout the year from local speakers, such as the Ethics Centre and the School of Life.
Once you’ve fed your mind, fill your belly at Sydney’s best restaurants and nourish your soul at the best spas in the city.
