- The breakdown of revenue is as follows:
- Box office sales: $108.7 million AUD ($76.9 million USD)
- Government funding: $82.9 million AUD ($58.7 million USD)
- Venue hire and events: $19.8 million AUD ($14 million USD)
- Donations and sponsorship: $13.9 million AUD ($9.8 million USD)
- Commercial ventures: $10.3 million AUD ($7.3 million USD)
It's worth noting that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the Sydney Opera House's revenue in the 2020-2021 fiscal year, with total revenue dropping to $133.7 million AUD ($94.6 million USD). However, the venue has seen a gradual recovery in revenue as pandemic-related restrictions eased.