Primary School
Performances, excursions, workshops, digital incursions and more
Primary School program
Kindergarten – Year 6
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Dance and Architecture
28 Oct – 1 Nov 2024
Stories from the Reef
16 – 20 Sep 2024
Big Sky
25 – 26 Sep 2024
Edward the Emu
25 – 26 Sep 2024
What the Ocean Said
5 – 12 Nov 2024
Drama Life Skills
Accessible Workshop | All Ages | Using drama making techniques, students explore ways to manage new experiences and situations.
Learning Through Play
Free Digital Workshop | Stages 2 - 3 | We pair LEGO’s Play Pillars with the House’s Utzon Design Principles to explore how play is integral to creating every environment.
Digital Talk: Anh Do
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.
Staging Stories
Interactive Digital Workshop | Early Stage 1 - Stage 1 | Our most popular workshop explores the structure and stages of a narrative with a live facilitator, while encouraging the development of original, imaginative story ideas.
Infusion, No Movement, No Sound
Digital Performance | Stage 3 | Celebrating African, Indian and Australian rhythms with a global collective of contemporary and traditional dance and music.
Smart Phone Self Portraits with Lucky Lartey
On Demand 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 Digital Workshop | ES1 - 3 | A digital storytelling workshop for years K - 6 that begins with a scavenger hunt!
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.
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.
Creating 3D Characters
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.
Digital Talk: Gregg Dreise
Digital Talk | Stages ES1 - 1 | 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 in a talk that promises to delight and entertain your students. An unmissable event that celebrates the power of words!
Sustainability at Sydney Opera House
Digital Behind the Scenes 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
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.
Digital Talk with Remy Lai
Digital Talk | Stages 2 - 3 | Join us for an unforgettable talk that will ignite your students’ imagination and creativity with best-selling graphic novelist Remy Lai. Dive into Remy's captivating stories, explore her artistic process, and get ready to be inspired!
Digital Talk with David Booth and Gigi Beretta
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.
Behind the Scenes of Sydney Opera House
Digital Tour | Early Stage 1 - 3 | Transport your class to Bennelong Point and introduce your students to the remarkable history, features and uses of this iconic Australian place.
Digital Talk: Steve Mushin
Digital Talk | Stages 3 - 5 | To celebrate science week join us for a wild chat with Steve Mushin, author of UltraWild, a groundbreaking graphic novel that unveils scientifically plausible ways to heal our planet and fight climate change.
Digital Talk: Dan Golding
Digital Talk | Stages 3 - 4 | Embark on a sonic journey into the mesmerizing realm of video game music composition with Dan Golding, a trailblazer in interactive audio and composer of the soundtrack for the award winning Untitled Goose Game.
Erth’s Prehistoric World
Digital Performance | ES1 - 3 | Travel to the bottom of the ocean and experience ancient creatures coming to life on stage for National Science Week.
Indigenous Literacy Day
On-demand Digital Resource | Stages 2 - 3 | 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.
Learning resources
The Opera House’s learning resources provide inspirational activities to watch, listen and read for students in the classroom or learning at home. Teachers should adapt these resources to suit the student age, stage and the lesson outcomes desired.
Plan your visit
A Day Out at the House
Offer your students to an unforgettable day out at the Sydney Opera House with our new curated program. Students can attend a Creative Learning Performance or Workshop onsite accompanied by a Walking Tour of our internationally renowned performing arts centre, all in time to back by the final school bell.
Plan your excursion
Information for teachers and students visiting the Opera House, including what to expect on the day, S3 School Risk Assessment and Arts Assist information.
Get in touch
Got questions? Contact us with any enquiries about our education programs for schools via phone or email.
P +61 2 9250 770
E creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com