The beloved annual event, Carols in the Domain, is set to captivate audiences once again, marking its 41st anniversary this year.
The 2023 spectacle, a highlight of Sydney’s festive calendar, will take place in the picturesque Domain on December 16. Fans nationwide can enjoy the broadcast on Channel 7 and 7plus, scheduled for December 23 at 7.30pm.
Natalie Barr and Matt Shirvington, familiar faces from Australia’s top breakfast show, Sunrise, are gearing up to co-host this year’s event. Their presence promises an extra sparkle to the evening, enhancing the festive mood.
The duo will be accompanied by an unprecedented array of performers, making this year’s line-up one of the best in the event’s history. The audience can look forward to special appearances from Santa Claus and the ever-popular group, The Wiggles.
Tarryn Stokes, the 2023 winner of The Voice on the Seven Network, and Erin Holland, a presenter for 7SPORT, are poised to make their Carols debut. They will be performing cherished Christmas classics, adding to the night’s enchantment.
The roster of talent for this year’s Carols in the Domain includes renowned artists such as Dami Im, Casey Donovan, Rhonda Burchmore, PAULINI, and international artist Jonathan Antoine. The event will also feature performances by David Berry from Outlander, Lucy Durack, Silvia Colloca of Sing Like an Italian fame, Mahalia Barnes, Matt Lee from Frozen – The Musical, Ben Mingay from Swing on This, Blake Bowden of The Phantom of the Opera, and Shubshri Kandiah from Beauty and the Beast The Musical. Audiences will also enjoy acts from Big T and cast members of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, led by Ruva Ngwenya.
Adding to the musical splendor, the Young Stars of Australian Opera, the Australian Girls Choir, the Sydney Youth Orchestra, the Rejoice Gospel Choir, the Salvation Army Choir, and the Carols in the Domain Choir will grace the stage.
In a novel initiative, Woolworths Carols in the Domain conducted a nationwide poll to identify Australia’s most-loved Christmas carols. The top 20 selections will be unveiled during the show, adding a communal and interactive element to the evening.
“Carols in the Domain is special,”
said Natalie Barr.
“It’s that one night in the year where we sit around with our families and friends and eat, drink, laugh and sing. It means Christmas is close, we’ve made it through another year, and we can sit back and be thankful we live in a beautiful, peaceful country.
It’s pure joy and that’s why Australians have loved it for so many years. I can’t wait!”
Matt Shirvington shared his excitement:
“Carols in the Domain has been an Aussie Christmas tradition for decades. I’ve watched it with my family since I was a boy, so to now be on stage hosting for the first time is quite surreal! It’s been a big year, and I can’t wait to help spread some Christmas cheer right across the country.”
To enhance your Carols experience, pick up this week’s New Idea, the official print partner of Woolworths Carols in the Domain. The issue features a 16-page souvenir event guide, complete with a free Carols Songbook and exclusive interviews with the hosts and performers.
