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Embrace the Magic of Vivid Sydney 2025: Where Dreams Illuminate Creativity

Vivid Sydney, Australia's premier festival, is set to return from May 23 to June 14, 2025. This year, the theme 'Dream' will guide festival-goers through an exploration of the profound question: What resides in a dream? Over 23 nights, Sydney will transform into a vibrant hub of creativity, featuring unprecedented light installations, musical performances, thought-provoking ideas, and gastronomic delights that attract visitors from every corner of the globe.

As it enters its 15th edition, Vivid Sydney promises an unforgettable winter experience that showcases Australia's cultural capital. Notably, over 75% of the program and the entire Vivid Light Walk will be open to the public for free. This iconic Light Walk will showcase exceptional animation and projection technologies, presenting exclusive commissions like 'Kiss of Light' by renowned Australian artist David McDiarmid, illuminating the Sydney Opera House, and 'King Dingo' by Vincent Namatjira at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

The culinary segment is equally thrilling, highlighted by the appearance of world-famous chef Nigella Lawson, who will host three special dining events at the breathtaking Muru Giligu Tunnel. Lawson expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “It’s exhilarating to be part of the Vivid Food program that I have adored for years.” Returning favorites like Vivid Fire Kitchen and Chef Series will celebrate the diverse cuisine of New South Wales.

Moreover, the Ideas program features influential thinkers including D.W. Pine, the creative director of TIME magazine, alongside renowned sleep scientist Professor Matthew Walker. Additionally, the excitement of 'Stranger Things: The Experience' will debut at Luna Park, providing fans an immersive journey created by the show's creators.

Musical highlights will include performances from Anohni and The Johnsons, Beth Gibbons from Portishead, and Icelandic group Sigur Rós accompanied by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, alongside Japanese Breakfast at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Moreover, Tumbalong Nights will see free concerts featuring global artists blended with local Australian talents.

According to John Graham, the New South Wales Minister for Tourism and Jobs, “Vivid Sydney continues to discover ways to inject color, creativity, and joy into our city.” Festival Director Gill Minervini explains that the theme 'Dream' resonates universally, allowing various interpretations.