Opera Workshops for Schools
Irish National Opera is thrilled to unveil an exciting opportunity for schools during the 23/24 season! We're offering a special discounted ticket package bundled with an engaging cross-curriculum workshop. Before students attend the live opera performance, INO will guide them through an enriching workshop that provides valuable context for the piece. Our goal is to enhance their opera experience and make it an educational journey like no other!
A special resource pack for each production will be provided to teachers, packed full of information, handy links, audio clips and activities to aid class-based discussion before seeing the show.
WORKSHOPS
Faust - SOLD OUT
+ afternoon vocal workshop on the day of the performance
Making a deal with the devil has never sounded so sweet. Join INO’s Artistic Director Fergus Sheil and chorus members of Irish National Opera for an afternoon of singing and exploration of Gounod’s Faust. This workshop will be a great opportunity to familiarise the students with the opera ahead of the performance that evening as well as getting the chance to learn the thrilling Soldiers’ Chorus alongside members of the INO chorus. Previous singing experience definitely not required!
Who’s it for?: Transition Year & Senior Cycle
When is the workshop?: Tuesday 3 October, 3-5pm
Where is the workshop?: Unitarian Church, St. Stephen’s Green
What is the performance time, date & location?: Tuesday 3 October, 7pm; Gaiety Theatre
SOLD OUT.
La bohème - SOLD OUT
+ workshop in school
Fancy experiencing Christmas in Paris? Director Sarah Baxter will lead a 90-minute workshop discovering one of Puccini’s most performed operas. The students will also get the opportunity to listen to some of Puccini’s music live from one of the INO company members and maybe partake in a bit of acting and singing themselves!
Who’s it for?: Junior Cycle & Transition Year
When is the workshop?: Week of 13th November
Where is the workshop?: Your school!
What is the performance time, date & location?: Wednesday 22 November, 7:30pm; Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
SOLD OUT.
Salome
+ workshop in school
Pack all of your seven veils for this thrilling journey into Strauss’ shocking and alluring opera. Dancer and director Stephanie Dufresne will guide your students through a movement workshop exploring the themes and motifs that utterly shocked audiences when it was first performed in 1905. Warning: silver platters and severed heads may be discussed…
Who’s it for?: Senior Cycle
When is the workshop?: Week of 4th March
Where is the workshop?: Your school!
What is the performance time, date & location?: Thursday 14th March, 7:30pm; Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
La traviata
+ workshop in school
Who doesn’t love a good tragedy? Take a dive into Verdi’s beautiful and heart-rending tale of love and loss based on the true story of Marie Duplessis who counted Liszt among her famous admirers. This workshop will bring the story of La traviata to life and introduce the students to Verdi’s extraordinary music, including the now very famous Champagne Chorus. Sadly, champagne for teachers cannot be provided.
Who’s it for?: Transition Year
When is the workshop?: Week of 13th May
Where is the workshop?: Your school!
What is the performance time, date & location?: Wednesday 22nd May, 7:30pm; Gaiety Theatre
Further information
School tickets to the opera cost €10 throughout the season, and include a complimentary workshop. Schools must also account for the cost of staff tickets at €10 each and school staff must be present at a minimum ratio of 1:10 students.
Tickets to each performance and workshops are limited so we are operating on a first come, first serve basis. Sign up now to avoid disappointment!
If you have any questions regarding the above you can contact the Studio & Outreach Executive, Paddy Jo Malpas on patricia@irishnationalopera.ie