Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour – Crew Expressions of Interest

Opera Australia is seeking expressions of interest for a number of contract positions available for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour.

In March 2013, Opera Australia will build a stage to present one of the world’s best-loved operas on one of the most breathtaking venues in the world: Sydney Harbour.

With the instantly recognisable sails of the Sydney Opera House and the span of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour 2013 will feature a fully-staged production of Carmen with world-class artists, a purpose built stage and fireworks.  Audiences will enjoy the 18 performances from a custom made seating structure for 3,000 people from Mrs Macquarie’s Point.  Further information: www.operaonsydneyharbour.com.au.

An opportunity has arisen for a number of contract positions to join the event team for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour as follows:

• Stage Manager
• Deputy Stage Manager
• Assistant Stage Manager
• Head of Lighting
• Deputy Head of Lighting
• Lead Lighting Rigger / Lead Follow Spot Operator
• Lighting Riggers / Follow Spot Operators
• Head Rigger
• Head Mechanist
• Deputy Head Mechanist
• Mechanists
• Sound Radio Mics Fitters
• Wardrobe Dressers
• Props Personnel
• Props Supervisor
• Deputy Props Supervisor
• Site Managers
• Site Crew
• Lifesavers

For detailed position descriptions and information on how to apply, visit company website:

www.opera-australia.org.au/aboutus/work_for_us/job_vacancies or contact Julie Pritchard at jobs@opera-australia.org.au.

Applications close Monday 5 November 2012