The Cutaway, a NSW Government project delivered in partnership with Placemaking NSW, ICC Sydney and Darling Harbour Live, has revealed The Cutaway Conversations, a new docuseries exploring the stories, people and ideas that have shaped one of Sydney’s most distinctive cultural and event destinations.
Filmed across ICC Sydney’s A Quick Yarn podcast studio and within The Cutaway itself, the series offers audiences a behind-the-scenes look at the venue’s connection to Gadigal Country, architectural vision, construction journey, cultural significance and future role within the Barangaroo precinct.
Through conversations with First Nations knowledge holders, artists, designers, architects, construction, placemaking and venue operation leaders, the six-part series reveal the thinking, collaboration and cultural storytelling embedded within the venue’s design and operation. Topics range from the First Nations cultural heritage that informed the venue’s design to the craftsmanship behind its architectural elements, to the engineering challenges of creating the space beneath Barangaroo Reserve, and the role The Cutaway plays in bringing people together through shared experiences.
The episodes feature conversations with representatives from Bangawarra, Pink Puggle, FJC Studio, FDC Construction & Fitout, Placemaking NSW, alongside ICC Sydney.
ICC Sydney, Chief Executive Officer, Adam Mather-Brown said: “The Cutaway is a distinctive venue designed to host events that make a difference. Through The Cutaway Conversations, we’re amplifying the voices that helped bring this remarkable space to life, while highlighting its role in activating the city, and potential to inspire generations to come. We hope the series helps audiences appreciate not only what The Cutaway is, but why it matters.”
Episodes are available via ICC Sydney’s digital channels and website, or can be seen below:
Episode 1: In Conversation with Dr Shannon Foster, Partner, Bangawarra and Aiesha Saunders, Project Officer, ICC Sydney
Episode 2: In Conversation with Rainy King, Artist, Pink Puggle, Jack Weatherby-Fell, Venue Manager – The Cutaway and Lynell Peck, General Manager – Operations, ICC Sydney
Episode 3: In Conversation with Elizabeth Carpenter, Managing Principal, FJC and Cassandra Halpin-Smyth, Senior Associate FJC and Jack Weatherby-Fell, ICC Sydney
Episode 4: In Conversation with Emma Thomy, Construction Manager, FDC Construction & Fitout and Jack Weatherby-Fell, Venue Manager – The Cutaway
Episode 5: The Cutaway Site Tour with Elizabeth Carpenter, Managing Principal, FJC and Cassandra Halpin-Smyth, Senior Associate, FJC and Paul Ellis, Business Development Manager – Corporate, Government and Events, ICC Sydney
Episode 6 – In Conversation with Susan Lee, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Placemaking NSW and Adam Mather-Brown, Chief Executive Officer, ICC Sydney
Discover The Cutaway Conversations at ICC Sydney View Organiser resources on www.iccsydney.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or X.
ABOUT ICC SYDNEY
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), proudly managed by Legends Global, is Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue. The showcase international venue underpins Sydney’s place as one of the world’s most desirable meeting and major events destinations. ICC Sydney is the epicentre of a 20-hectare transformation of Darling Harbour by the NSW Government to highlight Sydney as the first choice in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for the major events industry. A NSW Government project, ICC Sydney was delivered in partnership with Darling Harbour Live, comprising Capella Capital, Legends Global, Lendlease, Hostplus, Aware Super, and Downer.
ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility and consulting, project development, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content and booking. Our white-label approach ensures our partners remain front and centre while we harness the power of our global network – including over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually – to enhance their business and guest experience. To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
LEGENDS GLOBAL (Asia Pacific and Middle East)
From its regional headquarters in Brisbane, Australia, Legends Global operates and manages a network of venues that includes:
Stadiums – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane; Kai Tak Sports Park Main Stadium, Hong Kong; and 50% ownership of VenuesLive, the operator of Optus Stadium, Perth; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (under construction)
Entertainment and Indoor Sports Arenas – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney; RAC Arena, Perth; Brisbane Entertainment Centre; Newcastle Entertainment Centre; TikTok Entertainment Centre; ICC Sydney; Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Great Hall; Cairns Arena, Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai; and Kai Tak Sports Park Indoor Arena, Hong Kong; Bangkok Arena, Thailand (under construction); Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (under construction)
