Journey into the heart of the performing arts
Introduce your tauira (students) to the captivating world of professional opera like never before! We invite you to bring them to an exclusive sneak peek of our latest opera production before it’s seen by the general public. This behind-the-scenes experience promises to be an extraordinary journey into the performing arts.
Immerse your students in the enchanting world of opera with our final Dress Rehearsal ticket price of just $10 per student. Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience, and let your students be inspired by the power of music and storytelling.
2026 Public Dress Rehearsals
The Pearl Fishers
6.30pm, Monday 21 September
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland
6.30pm, Monday 12 October
Isaac Theatre Royal, Otāutahi Christchurch
We’re inviting schools and educational institutions to attend the Auckland and Christchurch dress rehearsals of New Zealand Opera’s production of Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers. Featuring internationally acclaimed opera artists from Aotearoa, a full orchestra and chorus, this visually striking production offers students the opportunity to experience the scale, creativity and storytelling of live opera.
Please email your completed form to julie@nzopera.co.nz
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