Sticky Rice - the first all Asian Australian burlesque show

A sit-down burlesque event, Sticky Rice debuts on Sunday 18 October 2026, nestled within the glamorous Two80 Cabaret in Surry Hills.

Produced by Dia Spice & Ahelx Leyva, two proudly Asian artists stirring up the Sydney scene, the show spotlights the incredible talents the community has to offer, with unique perspectives, rich diversity, and the kind of heat that leaves you craving more. Often marginalised, typecast, or erased in the performing arts, Sticky Rice aims to break through the glass ceiling to deliver Asian burlesque brilliance.

Join us for a VIP two-course dining experience with a special menu created for the night, or soak up the delicious cocktails and divine performances.

Whether you're Asian diaspora, or a cabaret afficionado celebrating diversity, we can't wait to welcome you to the world of Sticky Rice.

Cast to be announced soon.

Keep an eye out for our Saturday 17 October announcements for round table chats and dance workshops!

Doors: 6pm
Show Start Time: 7pm sharp
Location: Two80 Cabaret, 280 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills 2010, Gadigal Land
Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible. There may include strobe, flashing lights, and loud music.

Ticket types:

• Dinner & Show Premium Experience - Includes a glass of sparkling on arrival, premium seating closest to stage, a two-course a la carte dinner, and table service.
• Premium Seating - Includes premium seating. This does not include dinner.
• General Admission - Unreserved seating
• SWer and low income folks - Please get in touch for discount code - DM @stickyrice_theshow. Limited quantity.
• Mob - Free GA, please get in touch for the code - DM @stickyrice_theshow. Limited quantity.

Important notes:

*We have a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for any racism, sexism, homophobia, or other such behaviour, and offending parties will be asked to leave the venue immediately.

*No outside food or drink is to be brought into the venue. Food and drink is available from the bar.

*Take plenty of photographs, but do not touch the artists without consent.

*All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Please email us if you'd like to transfer your ticket to another person ([email protected]).

*Please be aware that filming and photography occurs at this event. Your ticket purchase is taken as consent. If you wish not to be photographed, please send us an email ([email protected]) so we can do our best to accommodate a seat that is out of view of our photographers however this is not guaranteed due to the intimacy of the venue. The promoters reserve the right to use images and videos for the purposes of future advertisement and promotion of the shows.

This event takes place on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and celebrate the enduring spirit of storytelling on this beautiful saltwater country.