What is the name of the outdoor venue at the Sydney Opera House?

The outdoor venue at the Sydney Opera House is the Forecourt.

Set beneath the building’s famous white sails, the Forecourt lies at the foot of the Monumental Steps, between the Opera House and the Royal Botanic Gardens. It is designed for open-air performances and takes advantage of the harbour setting and views across Sydney.

The Forecourt is the Opera House’s largest performance venue. It has hosted major concerts, festivals and other large-scale events, with standing capacity for up to 6,000 people. Its broad stepped setting is why “Amphitheatre” may seem like a tempting answer, but that describes the venue’s form rather than its official name.

The Opera House contains several indoor theatres, including the Concert Hall, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Drama Theatre and Playhouse. The Forecourt is distinct because it is an outdoor performance space, often used for contemporary music and special events.