The Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 20 October 1973. Aboriginal actor Ben Blakeney OAM (1937–2003), one of Bennelong's descendents, welcomed people to the site from the top of the building's tallest sail. It was a windy day! | Sydney Opera House

🎭✨ 20 October 1973 – A Stage Like No Other ✨🎭 Today marks the anniversary of the Sydney Opera House’s grand opening by Queen Elizabeth II — a building that’s not just iconic, but deeply personal to me. For the past 14 years, this place has been more than a stage. It’s been my artistic home — where I’ve lost myself in arias, found lifelong friendships, and shared the power of music with thousands. #SydneyOperaHouse #OperaLife #14YearsOnStage #Gratitude #OnThisDay #OperaSinger #BehindTheCurtain