Digital Creative Learning
Connect your students to professional artists and arts experiences without even leaving your classroom. Our digital events are available every term throughout the school year and include both live, interactive and on-demand experiences. All events are free to Australian schools.
Come on an exclusive look behind the scenes with one of our digital tours, propel into the future with our STEM workshops, hear from your students’ favourite personalities in our talk series, stream shows from the Sydney Opera House Stage, be inspired by our storytelling, dance and first nations workshops. With a mix of live and on-demand events catering to all student abilities, engage with this free program at a time that works for you.
Sydney Opera House provides this digital creative learning program in collaboration with the NSW Department of Education DART Learning platform.
Explore the program
Learning Through Play
Primary School: Stage 2 – 3, Years 3 – 6 | Digital program: on-demand workshop | Learning areas: Science, Architecture, Engineering, Maths, English, Drama, Visual Arts.
Digital Talk with Anh Do
On-Demand Digital Talk | Stages 1 - 4 | Join us for this interview with Anh Do, author of some of your favourite titles like WeirDo and Little Refugee. Our host speaks to Anh about his creativity and inspirations for his work, his career, his popular and new titles and answers questions sent in from students.
Hunting for Inspiration
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Workshop | ES1 - 3 | A digital storytelling workshop for years K - 6 that begins with a scavenger hunt!
Staging Stories
Primary School: Years K – 2 | Learning stage: Stage ES1 – 1 | Learning area: English, Creative Arts and Drama
The Forgotten Women of Astronomy
On-Demand Digital Talk | Stages 4 - 6 | Join us as we relive this brilliant talk from the 2020 All About Women Festival. Take a telescope to the night sky and a critical eye to our past with astrophysicist, Jo Dunkley.
Making a Music Track
Interactive Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | Fusing technology & music, students will develop their music-making skills while collaborating with a live artist.
Digital Talk with Gregg Dreise
On-Demand Digital Talk | Stages ES1 - 3 | Through a fusion of Indigenous narratives and vibrant art, Gregg Dreise's work is an inspiring exploration of culture, wisdom, and creativity. Discover his unique blend of storytelling, art, and culture that in a talk that also promises to delight and entertain your students. An unmissable event that celebrates the power of words!
Ocean Guardians: Preserving Our Planet
Digital Talk | Stages ES1 - 5 | To celebrate World Environment Day join us for an inspiring talk by two visionary minds, David Booth and Gigi Beretta.
London International Animation Festival for Schools
On-Demand Digital Stream | Early Stage 1 – 5 | Experience the magic of animation in your classroom with our exclusive schools stream from the London International Animation Festival!
Rewilding the Earth for a Sustainable Future (Encore)
High School: Years 5 – 10 | Learning Stage: Stage 3 – 5 | Learning areas: English, Creative Arts, Science and Technology, Design Technology, Engineering Studies
Guwanyi Walama: Aboriginal Perspectives of Bennelong Point
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Tour | Stages 2 - 3 | Join our Indigenous tour guides for an interactive digital exploration of the Indigenous history of Bennelong Point, the site on which Sydney Opera House sits.
Drama Life Skills
Primary School: Years K – 4Learning stage: ES1 – 2Digital program: Interactive workshop
Smart Phone Self Portraits with Lucky Lartey
On-Demand Digital Workshop | Stages 3 - 4 | Unleash the artist within you and embark on a transformative journey of self-expression through the lens of your smartphone! Join us for an extraordinary workshop as we dive into the captivating world of self-portraiture, guided by none other than the renowned contemporary artist, Lucky Lartey.
Creating 3D Characters
On-Demand Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | This workshop guides students on how to develop vibrant, 3-Dimensional authentic characters, exploring the three types of characters you'll need for your story - the protagonist, antagonist and supporting character.
Sustainability at Sydney Opera House
Interactive Digital Tour | Stages ES1 - 3 | Digitally transport your class to the Sydney Opera House for an exclusive behind the scenes adventure that explores innovative sustainability practices through the lens of a World Heritage building.
All About Women Digital Education Stream
On-demand digital talk | Stages 4 - 6 | Connect your students to talks by remarkable thinkers from the All About Women 2023 festival. Available on demand and free for schools.
DanceRites 2024 Content
Digital Documentary | Stages 4 - 6 | Get ready to be swept off your feet and immersed in the captivating world of culture and movement!
Behind the Scenes of Sydney Opera House
On-Demand Digital Tour | ES1 - 3 | Introduce students to the fascinating uses, features and history of this Australian icon and remarkable performing arts venue.
Indigenous Literacy Day
The Indigenous Literacy Foundation proudly presents Indigenous Literacy Day, celebrating Stories, Cultures and languages. This delightful, free virtual event enlightens and engages audiences of all ages.
Unveiling the Secrets of AI with Dr Matt Agnew
On-Demand Digital Talk | Stages 2 - 4 | Artificial Intelligence can seem scary, so working out where and why we use AI is an important part of making the best of this new technology. Join us for a talk with Dr Matt Agnew, and dive into the fascinating world of AI as explored in his book, Is My Phone Reading My Mind? Dr Matt will explain everything you and your class need to know about Artificial Intelligence and why you don't need to be afraid!
Waru
Stage ES1 – 1 | On-demand digital stream | In Bangarra Dance Theatre’s first dedicated work for children, join our heroine Migi as she undertakes a journey of discovery and survival. A contemporary saltwater Lagaw Kazil (Island Children) story inspired by the totemic system of the green turtle, Waru – journey of the small turtle is an interactive and immersive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance for ages
Digital Talk with Yve Blake
On-Demand Digital Talk | Stages 3 - 5 | Tune in for a discussion about Creativity, Storytelling, and Musical Theatre with playwright, screenwriter and creator of hit musical FANGIRLS, Yve Blake. Sydney Opera House provides this digital creative learning program in collaboration with the NSW Department of Education DART Learning platform.
Digital Talk with Tony Armstrong
On-demand digital talk | Stages ES1 – 2 | Bring a touch of magic into your classroom with Tony Armstrong!
Digital Talk with Stephanie Bendixsen
On-demand digital talk | Stages 3 - 5 | Join Stephanie Bendixsen for an Inspiring Talk on Gaming, Creativity and STEM!
London International Animation Festival for Schools
On-Demand Digital Stream | Early Stage 1 – 5 | Experience the magic of animation in your classroom with our exclusive schools stream from the London International Animation Festival!
Game Theory
On-demand digital performance and workshops | Stages 2 - 4 | Dive into the playful world of dance, sport, and the big emotions that come with it. Explore the beauty of movement with your students through this on-demand performance and workshop package.
Digital Talk with Sophie Beer
On-demand digital talk | Stages 3 - 4 | Explore author Sophie Beer’s unique perspective on how to turn life's challenges into powerful and authentic stories.
Polar Bear and Penguin
On-demand digital stream | Stages ES1 - 2 | The tale of an unlikely encounter between a Polar Bear and a Penguin. A charming play for young audiences, written and performed by John Currivan & Paul Curley.
MĀUI
On-demand digital stream | Stage 4 - 6 | Fusing Pacific, Māori, hip-hop and contemporary dance, this celebrated production retells Māui’s legend for students using the language of movement, music, poetry and stunning graphic illustrations.
Digital Talk with Hayley Raso
On-demand digital talk | Stages ES1 - 3 | Connect your students to one of their heroes as we explore Determination, Resilience and Strength with Hayley Raso.
Digital Talk with Corey Tutt
Stages ES1 - 3 | Interactive digital workshop | Unpack the Power of STEM with Corey Tutt, Award-Winning Indigenous Educator and STEM Champion.
Improvisation and Playbuilding On Demand Workshop
On-demand digital workshop | Stages 4 - 5 |This workshop is an introduction to improvisation that can be used to kick off playbuilding units in your classroom.
Kylie Captain On-Demand Workshop
On-demand digital streamed content | Stages 4 - 6 | Inspired by Kylie Capatin and Tyrell Johnson's book Create A Life of Your Dreams in your Teens, these on-demand resources for high school students is all about unlocking potential and achieving success.
Hunting for Inspiration
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Workshop | ES1 - 3 | A digital storytelling workshop for years K - 6 that begins with a scavenger hunt!
Making a Music Track
Interactive Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | Fusing technology & music, students will develop their music-making skills while collaborating with a live artist.
Making a Music Video with Motion Capture
Interactive Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | Fusing technology & movement, students will develop their visual storytelling skills and collaborate with a live artist to create a movement-based animation.
Sustainability at Sydney Opera House
Interactive Digital Tour | Stages ES1 - 3 | Digitally transport your class to the Sydney Opera House for an exclusive behind the scenes adventure that explores innovative sustainability practices through the lens of a World Heritage building.
Guwanyi Walama: Aboriginal Perspectives of Bennelong Point
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Tour | Stages 2 - 3 | Join our Indigenous tour guides for an interactive digital exploration of the Indigenous history of Bennelong Point, the site on which Sydney Opera House sits.
Staging Stories
Primary School: Years K – 2 | Learning stage: Stage ES1 – 1 | Learning area: English, Creative Arts and Drama
Drama Life Skills
Primary School: Years K – 4Learning stage: ES1 – 2Digital program: Interactive workshop
Learning Through Play
Primary School: Stage 2 – 3, Years 3 – 6 | Digital program: on-demand workshop | Learning areas: Science, Architecture, Engineering, Maths, English, Drama, Visual Arts.
Smart Phone Self Portraits with Lucky Lartey
On-Demand Digital Workshop | Stages 3 - 4 | Unleash the artist within you and embark on a transformative journey of self-expression through the lens of your smartphone! Join us for an extraordinary workshop as we dive into the captivating world of self-portraiture, guided by none other than the renowned contemporary artist, Lucky Lartey.
Hunting for Inspiration
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Workshop | ES1 - 3 | A digital storytelling workshop for years K - 6 that begins with a scavenger hunt!
Creating 3D Characters
On-Demand Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | This workshop guides students on how to develop vibrant, 3-Dimensional authentic characters, exploring the three types of characters you'll need for your story - the protagonist, antagonist and supporting character.
Guwanyi Walama: Aboriginal Perspectives of Bennelong Point
Interactive and On-Demand Digital Tour | Stages 2 - 3 | Join our Indigenous tour guides for an interactive digital exploration of the Indigenous history of Bennelong Point, the site on which Sydney Opera House sits.
Behind the Scenes of Sydney Opera House
On-Demand Digital Tour | ES1 - 3 | Introduce students to the fascinating uses, features and history of this Australian icon and remarkable performing arts venue.
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