The University of Sydney is the proud Education Partner of Parramatta Lanes 2026, bringing our teaching, research and creative talent to the heart of the city. Join our world-class academics at Sydney Ideas Pop Talks or listen to our students, some of Australia's great emerging musical talents, at the Jazz Bar.
Our relationship with Parramatta is built on decades of partnership with local communities. From empowering generations of students to improving lives through the Westmead Health Precinct, we're committed to creating opportunities, supporting wellbeing, and helping people succeed.
And with the opening of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music Parramatta in 2027, we're looking forward to further expanding access to education and creative excellence in the heart of Parramatta, creating opportunities for local talent to develop the skills and capabilities needed to thrive, and enriching the cultural life of the city for everyone.
Event Location: Riverside Live at PHIVE | Parramatta Lanes
Summary: Visit the Jazz Bar at Parramatta Lanes for nightly performances by Sydney Conservatorium of Music students.
Event Start Date: 2026-10-21T17:00:00.000+11:00
Event End Date: 2026-10-24T22:00:00.000+11:00
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Event Location: PHIVE | Parramatta Lanes
Summary: Sydney Ideas is popping up at Parramatta Lanes! Join University of Sydney experts for talks exploring ideas all about 'pop'.
Event Start Date: 2026-10-21T18:30:00.000+11:00
Event End Date: 2026-10-22T19:30:00.000+11:00
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Dr Ivan Zavada is a composer, multimedia programmer and designer who works in computer music composition and electroacoustic theory at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
As a composer and digital media designer his interest lies in the dynamic relationship between sound and visuals. A specialist in electroacoustic music with a background in computer technology and engineering, Ivan combines his theoretical skills with an inspiring and progressive approach to teaching and pedagogy, encouraging students to explore new ways of problem solving through creativity and innovation.
Ivan's work will be presented all four nights in the Civic Arcade.
Lawrence Liang is a Chinese Australian artist, storyteller, and experiential designer from Sydney. His practice centres on immersive urban activations and outdoor public artworks that explore human connection, the passage of time, and the everyday choices that shape our futures.
Lawrence’s work is grounded in architectural phenomenology, using light, space, materiality, and technology as instruments to shape emotional sensitivity and sensory experience. Working at the intersection of art, architecture, engineering, and interactive design, he creates works driven by curiosity, aiming to bring moments of joy to those who stumble upon them.
Find Lawrences artwork 'OURO' in the Eat Street Car Park.