The charismatic architect of the Sydney Opera House, Jørn Utzon, is initially enthusiastic about undertaking the construction of Australia’s most famous building.

The exterior walls of the Sydney Opera House were inspired by the sails of the pleasure craft on the nearby harbour.

The Sydney Opera House’s Opera Theatre has backstage facilities to accommodate a technically complex production.

A brass band gets ready to play at official opening of the Sydney Opera House.

Boy Scouts enjoy the festivities at the Opera House opening.

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Queen Elizabeth II makes her way through the crowds.

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The 21-year-old Sole Brothers' Circus performer Jimmy Constanto performs on The Mike Walsh Show in 1979 (Ep. 9203).

Acrobat and Sole Brothers' Circus performer Patrick Bradford appears on The Mike Walsh Show in 1979 (Ep. 9203).

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