Production Crew Expressions of Interest – Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour

In March 2014, 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 2014 will feature a fully-staged production of Madama Butterfly with world-class artists, a purpose built stage and fireworks.  Audiences will enjoy the 19 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 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

• Site Crew

For detailed position descriptions and information on how to apply, visit company website http://www.opera-australia.org.au/aboutus/work_for_us/job_vacancies or contact Julie Pritchard on 02 9318 8227.

Applications close Monday 11 November 2013