Hunting for Inspiration
Interactive Digital Workshop
Students collect a list of objects from around their homes and schools to help inspire a fun and unique story.
In your classroom.
See session times below to book for your class.
Suitable for Years K - 2 & 3 - 6
This program is recommended for Early Stage 1 - Stage 1 & Stages 2 - 3.
Session times are separated by year group.
This event is free for Australian schools
All digital programs are free to Australian schools and can be viewed with web based video conferencing systems. Terms and conditions apply. Fees apply for all international bookings.
If you are unable to proceed with your booked session, please email us at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com at least two days prior. Bookers who fail to attend on their booked sessions without providing notice may be barred from further bookings.
For full details, please contact our Creative Learning team at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com or 02 9250 7770.
This program runs for approximately 45 mins
Schools should be dialed-in 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the session to test camera and microphone. Program duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Activity sheet
Download the activity sheet and collect the items prior to the workshop.
Viewing link
The viewing link to connect to this interactive session will be emailed to you in advance.
Please note, you’ll require a working microphone and camera to engage in this live workshop.
Curriculum links
- Dramatic Context
- Storyboarding
- Collaborative Storytelling
- Imaginative Play
“As a very small country school these video experiences are perfect for our kids.”
Lyndhurst Public School
A scavenger hunt adventure!
In our creative storytelling workshop, Hunting for Inspiration, students will be asked to collect a list of objects from around their home or classroom to inspire a fun and unique story, taking them on a scavenger hunt adventure!
This workshop will build speaking, listening and storytelling skills while working with a presenter to create an original story using their scavenged stimuli.
This workshop explores the structure and stages of narrative, while encouraging the development of original, imaginative story ideas inspired by a child’s own world.
Presented by Sydney Opera House
Share your stories with us
SOH is located on lands where people have come together to share stories for thousands of years. We would love you to share the stories you create in this workshop with us!
Once completed send them through to creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com for your chance to show the world your storytelling skills!
Frequently Asked Questions - Interactive Programs
What equipment do I need?
All you need is an internet connection, a camera & microphone! Schools can connect through Zoom Conferencing in an internet browser, ideally, it is best for you to do so using a conference-enabled smart board or laptop however there are a lot of different ways to make your setup work so please contact us if you are unsure.
If you require technical assistance with your video conferencing facilities, contact your school’s tech support or alternatively contact our Creative Learning team at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com or 02 9250 7770.
How do I book?
Click on the link for your preferred session time. If it is the first time you have used DART Connections you will be required to set up a username and password.
Please note that DART connections is the booking platform for all of our sessions and you will need to book here even if you are not a NSW or DET school.
Once your booking has been confirmed, our team will be in touch with relevant dial-in details and to address any technical questions you may have.
How can I arrange a test call prior to the session?
Contact our Creative Learning team on 02 9250 7770 or creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com to arrange a test call.
Is Zoom secure?
Sydney Opera House uses Zoom to deliver its Digital Creative Learning and Creative Leadership in Learning programs. The NSW Department of Education has approved the use of Zoom for all year levels.
Sydney Opera House maintains an enterprise licence for Zoom and secures its Zoom sessions by using passwords. Zoom protects participants’ privacy by letting them blur out everything in the camera’s field of view, except themselves. Sydney Opera House does not record these sessions through Zoom’s built-in recording feature or through other means except with participants’ consent.
To interact with Sydney Opera House using Zoom you need to either know the password for that specific session, or have the meeting link with the embedded password.
How can I prepare my class for their session?
Check your camera & microphone are working so we can hear your class ok during the session!
To ensure your students get the most out of the experience, a Teachers’ Resource Pack is available for this program.
We recommend using these resources in advance of your digital excursion.
How many students can I have participate in the one group?
As the program is interactive, we recommend a maximum of 30 students in one classroom for the session.
If you have more than 30 students, please book multiple sessions under each class teacher’s name. If there are no slots available, contact our Creative Learning team at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com or 02 9250 7770.
How many connections does my booking entitle me to?
Each booking entitles you to one connection (meaning that all students will be joining the call from the one space). If you would like to book for multiple classrooms to attend at one time you will just need to make an additional booking and correctly record the number of students in each group.
What if I need to change or cancel my booking?
Interactive events have just 6 slots available, so if you are unable to proceed with your booked session, please email us at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com at least two days prior. This gives another school the opportunity to engage in the program.
Bookers who fail to attend on their booked sessions without providing notice may be barred from further bookings or may be subject to a no-show fee.
What if I can't book in for the session I want?
Our interactive workshops have limited spaces (approximately 6 groups) and do often book out.
However, it is always a good idea to contact creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com if you can’t book in for your preferred session as sometimes we are able to make rearrangements to fit you in.
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