Work Experience
This program delivers an intensive, up-close view of what goes into an opera production and is specifically designed for students contemplating a career in the performing arts. Six students in Grades 11 or 12 are selected for each production and are led through the process by a Vancouver Opera docent. The 10-day schedule includes attending staging rehearsals, going on a backstage tour, meeting various opera staff and performers and may include a wigs and make-up demo. The week concludes with the students attending the final dress rehearsal. There are four opportunities this year to participate:
This program takes place over a very intense 10-day period.
| October 10 - 20, 2011 | West Side Story |
| November 14 - 24, 2011 | Roméo et Juliette |
| March 5 - 15, 2012 | The Barber of Seville |
| April 9 - 19, 2012 | Aida |
While the schedule does change somewhat from production to production, please see basic timeline
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Vancouver Opera offers a variety of educational programming for all ages.
For more information on Vancouver Opera In Schools (VOIS) Tours, contact
VOIS Manager
604.682.2871, ext. 4835
For information on all other Vancouver Opera Education Programs, contact
Michael Grice
Director of Education
604-682-2871, ext. 4834
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Work Experience students watch Chris Garcia, a VO chorus member, being made up prior to a performance.
