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Immersive workshops for Secondary schools

Beyond the Stage

1 July – 31 December 2025 Online and in-person

Designed to ignite your students’ curiosity about the captivating world of opera and theatre.

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Explore the process of staging a large-scale operatic production, delve into the music, the drama and the science of theatre technology through four workshops created to open up a world of possibilities for your students in the performing arts sector.

Beyond the Stage will focus on Victorian Opera’s production of Abduction. Composed by Mozart over 250 years ago, it remains as thrilling as ever in this reimagined production.

Aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, on-demand workshops provide valuable insights for aspiring theatre enthusiasts and musicians alike. Insights from cast and creatives enhance your students’ understanding of the creative process.

Workshops and the full-performance of Abduction are offered online on-demand, however face-to-face workshops can be organised.

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Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series (VCES)

Full program details can be found here.

Workshops Dates & Info

Available from Semester 3 2025

Duration
30 minutes (online workshops)
45-90 minutes (in-person workshops)

Language
Workshops delivered in English

A detailed workshop guide can be found here.

Excursion Dates & Info

Stage Orchestral Friday 8 August

Venue

Palais Theatre, St Kilda

Duration

12.00 – 12.45 pm: Conversation with Creative team
1:00 – 2.15 pm: Observe first half of stage orchestral
2.30 – 3.00 pm: De-brief with Creative team

Language
Abduction sung in German with English surtitles

Victorian Opera Acknowledge the support of the Victorian Department of Education through the Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series
Abduction is Generously Supported by
The Robert Salzer Foundation logo
Beyond the Stage is Sponsored by

Gailey Lazarus Foundation

Why Attend?

  • Dive into the wonder of opera with rarely granted access to key creative team members and find out how they come together to create opera and musical theatre.
  • Opportunities for students to learn from world leading artists and creatives who are practicing their craft in theatre direction, costume design and manufacture, set design and building, lighting and sound, arts production and administration.
  • Encourage artistic expression and collaboration as students view on demand workshops led by experienced creatives and technicians who impart their knowledge and unique talents across music, literature, drama and history.
  • Discover the rich heritage of opera and theatre, exploring diverse narratives, characters, and musical genres that reflect the tapestry of our world.

Learning Outcomes

  • Writing Workshops: Unleash your students’ story-telling capabilities as they learn how to convert a story into lyrics for an opera (libretto).
  • Musical Insights: Delve into the wonder of opera compositions, exploring melodies, harmonies, and emotions that breathe life into characters, and provide time and place for a story’s setting.
  • Theatrical Exploration: Dive into the world of stagecraft, from dramatic storytelling to the art of movement and gesture.
  • On Stage Design: Involve and instruct your students in the art of stage design, and explore how it contributes to amplifying the impact of the performance and its underlying message.
  • Collaborative: Students discover the importance of working together with like-minded students to share their ideas and outcomes.
  • Discussions: Engage in meaningful conversations about the themes and messages embedded within opera, nurturing critical thinking skills.

“Overall, I feel the step-by-step instruction and advice from professionals were super helpful for all interested in theatre making, not just when it comes to opera.”

— Fyonn, Year 10, Beyond the Stage 2024 Student

Creatives & Cast

Creative Team

Conductor Carlos del Cueto
Director Elizabeth Hill-Cooper
Designer Ishan Vivekanantham

Cast

TBC

Orchestra

Victorian Opera Chamber Orchestra

Ticket Information

Program Pricing

Government Schools

Price Type
Workshops + Excursion
In-theatre performance
Student
Free
$25
Teacher - 1 free per 10 students
Free
$0
Teacher - Additional
Free
$25
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Independent Schools

Price Type
Workshops + Excursion
In-theatre performance
Student - Workshops & Streamed performance
$5
$25
Teacher - 1 free per 10 students
Free
$0
Teacher - Additional
Free
$25
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Ticketing Assistance

For any enquires please contact Education Team by email or phone (03) 9012 6659 (Monday to Friday, 10.00 am – 4.30 pm).

COVID-19 Safety

The safety of our audience and team is paramount. Current COVID-safe procedures will be adhered to for every performance. Our venue partner has worked diligently to develop and update their COVIDSafe Plan as circumstances change.

Beyond the Stage

Delivered via on-demand workshops and in person excursions.

Palais Theatre, St Kilda

Cnr Lower Esplanade and Cavell Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182

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