Opera Australia is one of the world’s most celebrated opera companies with an ambition to bring an Australian stamp to sharing great stories through music and song,
About our Company
Opera Australia is one of the world’s most celebrated opera companies with an ambition to bring an Australian stamp to sharing great stories through music and song, and with a commitment to develop and nurture new generations of Australian talent on and off the stage. Opera Australia currently presents up to 500 performances to more than 650,000 people annually including operas, musicals and concerts, predominantly in our two performance homes: the Sydney Opera House on Gadigal land and the Arts Centre Melbourne on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung land.
Opera Australia also stages exceptional and critically acclaimed performances in other venues in Australia’s major cities and regional communities across the country – from Warrnambool to Wyong and Burnie to Bendigo. Led by CEO Fiona Allan, Opera Australia is one of the biggest performing arts employers in Australia’s $14.7 billion arts and entertainment sector. Our company includes opera singers, conductors, orchestral musicians, coaches and repetiteurs with teams also working in the areas of scenic construction and painting, lighting, design, direction, wardrobe, wig-making, management and administration.
Opera Australia is resident at the Sydney Opera House and our Orchestra performs in the Joan Sutherland Theatre with both Opera Australia and The Australian Ballet. Our Chorus is regarded as one of the world’s finest.
Benefits
At Opera Australia, we believe in supporting our employees both personally and professionally with a range of benefits that help them thrive, including:
Strong diversity and inclusion priority
We prioritize strong diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Flexible Work Arrangements
We understand that everyone has different needs and responsibilities outside of work. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling options and work from home arrangements for many of our positions.
Generous Leave Policy
First Nation’s Cultural & Ceremonial Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Cultural & Religious Holiday Leave, Education Leave, Women’s Health Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, and more
Employee Assistance Program
Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program, providing confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
Employee discounts through our Swag Rewards platform and other affiliated businesses
Access exclusive employee discounts through our Swag Rewards platform and other affiliated businesses, enhancing your savings on a variety of products and services.
Complimentary tickets to select Opera Australia shows
Enjoy complimentary tickets to select Opera Australia shows, offering a chance to experience world-class performances at no extra cost.