A Day Out at the House
A full school day experience of creative learning with a performance or workshop and Sydney Opera House tour.
Embark on a journey of inspiration and wonder with a ‘day out’ experience at the Sydney Opera House, with a curated program to fit your excursion needs.
Designed by Sydney Opera House artists, this unique program experience promises to ignite imaginations, nurture curiosity, and create lasting memories for students from both primary and secondary schools.
For further information on a Day Out at the House, call us on +61 2 9250 7770 or contact us.
Program details
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Student | $30 - $50 per student |
One complimentary teacher per class. Ratio required for supervision is 1 teacher per 15 students.
A Day Out at the House suits classes with 30-45 students, as some workshops and tours have strict capacities per session. If you have more than this in your group, please contact our booking team at creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com to discuss your needs.
The Arts Assist ticket and travel subsidy program provides the full cost of the Creative Learning performance ticket and $5 per student toward travel costs. Find out more about Arts Assist.
- Audio loop available
- Wheelchair accessible
We cater to students of all needs and will make every effort to accommodate any special requirements or access adjustments your students may have. All of our venues are wheelchair accessible with dedicated wheelchair positions and companion seats. Please let us know on the booking form how we can assist in making your excursion as enjoyable as possible and we will be in touch. Alternatively, you may call Creative Learning on +61 2 9250 7770 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST) or email creativelearning@sydneyoperahouse.com.
The Opera House is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children that visit or engage with us. Download our Child Safety Policy (PDF).
What to expect
- Student can experience up to 9 different performances per year, suited to a variety of stage and year levels, with links across different curriculum areas.
- Each performance has a 15 minute question and answer session with the artists on stage.
- Workshops inspired by either our performances or STEAM perspectives, students participate in active workshops that use the Sydney Opera House building and site, and our local and international performances as a catalyst for learning and reflection.
- A guided walking tour, where students hear about the Sydney Opera House’s history, design and engineering feats, and the stories behind this UNESCO world heritage site.
Excursions at the Opera House
Plan your excursion
All the information to help plan your excursion to Sydney Opera House.
Arts Assist
Does your School need financial assistance to attend a Sydney Opera House excursion?
Schools Tour
Term 1 – 4
Filled with stories that demonstrate the power of creativity, students join a guided tour to learn how architect Jørn Utzon created a sculpture on Sydney Harbour that changed the course of 20th century architecture.
