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Sydney Symphony Orchestra Eliminates Booking Fees for Direct Ticket Purchases

institutional · 2026-03-21

The Sydney Symphony Orchestra has discontinued its booking fee for tickets bought directly from the institution. The fee, which was $8.95 Australian dollars, was removed because it disproportionately affected students and patrons purchasing lower-priced tickets. This change aims to make performances more accessible.

Key facts

  • Sydney Symphony Orchestra removed its booking fee
  • The fee was $8.95 Australian dollars
  • The fee applied to tickets purchased directly from the orchestra
  • The orchestra stated the fee disproportionately impacted students and lower-price ticket buyers
  • The decision was reported in March 2026

Entities

Institutions

  • Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Locations

  • Sydney
  • Australia

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