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Deborah Cheetham Fraillon AO

Parrwang Lifts the Sky

10–24 May 2024 Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse

Engage and inspire with this specially crafted program for primary and junior secondary school students. 

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Open the door for students to step into the enchanting world of opera, exploring the magic from music to design, singing along to captivating tunes, interacting with performers, and witnessing an unforgettable show.

In the upcoming Term 2 of 2024, we proudly present the Wadawurrung creation story, Parrwang Lifts the Sky by Deborah Cheetham Fraillon AO. This educational production offers the tale of Parrwang, the magpie, aiding her human friends in creating the first dawn. To bring light to the land of the humans, they must convince The Great Council of Birds led by Bunjil, the majestic Eagle, to lift the blanket of darkness from the world.

Spaces are limited so don’t miss the opportunity for your students to see this significant performance.  Sign up your school by clicking on the Register Here button.

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Education Show
Dates & Info

Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse, Southbank
Friday 10 May 10.30am* and 1.00pm**
Monday 13 May 10.30am
Tuesday 14 May 10.30am
Wednesday 15 May 10.30am and 1.00pm~
Thursday 16 May 10.30am and 1.00pm~
Friday 17 May 10.30 am***

Ballarat Civic Hall
Friday 24 May 1.00pm

* Tactile Tours are for ticket holders with a vision impairment and their companion to explore the props and costumes before the performance begins. Audio Description narrates the action on stage for audience members who are blind or visually impaired via a wireless receiver pack and earpiece. When organising your tickets, please ask the venue box office to book your Audio Description receiver and Tactile Tour.

**Access a Relaxed Performance which is ideal for audience members with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome and those sensitive to sensory variance.

***Livestreamed Performance

~ With Secondary Schools

Duration
50 minutes, with no interval

Language
Sung in English

Venue

Merlyn Theatre, Malthouse

Civic Hall, Ballarat

This performance takes place on the land of the Kulin Nation. We recognise that sovereignty was never ceded — this land is stolen land. We pay respects to Elders, past & present.
Performance Partner
In Association with

Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, University of Melbourne

Supported by the Strategic Partnership Program and Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series
Generously Supported by

Jane Hemstritch OA

The Relaxed Performance is Supported by

Marian & E H Flack Trust
William Angliss Charitable Trust

Creatives & Cast

Deborah Cheetham Fraillon AO
Sarah Prestwidge

Creative Team

Composer and Librettist Deborah Cheetham Fraillon AO
Conductor Aaron Wyatt
Director Elizabeth Hill-Cooper
Cultural Scenic Design Billy-Jay O’Toole
Cultural Textile Design Deanne Gilson
Set & Costume Designer Mel Serjeant
Lighting Designer Peter Darby
Sound Designer Samuel Moxham

Cast

Featuring students from University of Melbourne

Orchestra

Victorian Opera Chamber Orchestra

Ticket Information

Ticket Prices

Education Pricing - Metro Melbourne Schools and Ballarat Schools

Price Type
Price
Student
$16
Teacher (1 free with each group of 10 students)
Free
Teacher - Additional
$16
Access All Areas Workshop
Free
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Education Pricing - Regional Schools

Price Type
Price
Streamed Performance and Access All Areas Workshop
$1 per student
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Access All Areas: Parrwang Lifts the Sky (Education performances)

  • School Group bookings available via Victorian Opera on 03 9001 6400.
  • One complimentary teacher ticket for every 10 students.
  • Additional teachers at student rate.

Dates & Times

  • Friday 10 May 10.30* am and 1.00 pm**
  • Monday 13 May 10.30 am
  • Tuesday 14 May 10.30 am
  • Wednesday 15 May 10.30 am and 1.00 pm~
  • Thursday 16 May 10.30 am and 1.00 pm~
  • Friday 17 May 10.30 am***

* Access an Audio Described Performance and a Tactile Tour. Tactile Tours are for ticket holders with a vision impairment and their companion to explore the props and costumes before the performance begins. Audio Description narrates the action on stage for audience members who are blind or visually impaired via a wireless receiver pack and earpiece. When organising your tickets, please ask the venue box office to book your Audio Description receiver and Tactile Tour. Find out more about Accessibility.

**Access a Relaxed Performance which is ideal for audience members with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome and those sensitive to sensory variance.

***Livestreamed Performance

~ With Secondary Schools

Ticketing Assistance

For assistance with subscriptions, contact our Subscriptions team on 1300 822 849 (Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 4:30 pm) or email subscriptions@victorianopera.com.au

For assistance with single ticket bookings, contact us via boxoffice@victorianopera.com.au.

COVID-19 Safety

The safety of our audience and team is paramount. Current COVID-safe procedures will be adhered to for every performance.

If you or a member of your household is unwell or displaying COVID-19 symptoms before a performance, please stay home. To exchange or refund your tickets due to feeling unwell, simply contact us prior to the scheduled performance via boxoffice@victorianopera.com.au or phone (03) 9001 6412 (Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4.30 pm).

Malthouse Theatre, Merlyn Theatre

113 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC 3006

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