Jobs
Opera Australia advertises job vacancies in such as areas as artist management, orchestra management, music and language coaching, technical support, manufacturing, and general administration.
All advertised positions are listed here.
Current vacancies
Current vacancies
Tutti Violin (2 positions)
Principal Flute
Auditions
Casting call for Miss Saigon – Children
The Patricia H. Reid Orchestral Fellowships 2024
Freelance auditions for the Opera Australia Orchestra
General auditions for singers
Current vacancies
Principal Flute
The Opera Australia Orchestra seeks an outstanding musician to fill the permanent position of Principal Flute.
Find out about the repertoire requirements, key dates, and application process here.
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form for completion.
Expression of Interest applications close AEST, Monday 31st July 2023
Live audition applications close: 5pm AEST, Friday 29th September 2023
Tutti Violin (2 positions)
The Opera Australia Orchestra seeks outstanding musicians to fill the permanent position of Tutti Violin.
Find out about the repertoire requirements, key dates, and application process here.
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form for completion.
Applications close: 5pm AEST, Friday 29th September 2023
Auditions
Casting call for Miss Saigon - Children
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical Miss Saigon, has been a multi-award-winning smash hit internationally, with productions in the West End, on Broadway and in Vienna and Tokyo in recent years.
Opera Australia is seeking child actors to join the Melbourne Season of Miss Saigon as Tam.
Find out about the character breakdown and application process here.
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form for completion.
Submission close: Monday 21 August 2023.
The Patricia H. Reid Orchestral Fellowships 2024
The Patricia H. Reid Orchestral Fellowships assist emerging musicians further their career in music performance. This world-class program equips the next generation of Australian string musicians with vital professional skills and provides a pathway into orchestral careers.
Opera Australia invites outstanding early career string musicians to be part of The Patricia H. Reid Orchestral Fellowships for 2024.
In 2024, Opera Australia is offering Fellowships in violin, viola, cello and double bass.
Find out about the eligibility, audition requirements, and application process here.
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form for completion.
Applications close: Friday 11 August 2023
Freelance auditions for the Opera Australia Orchestra
Musicians seeking casual work with the Opera Australia Orchestra are invited to apply by filling out an online application form.
General auditions for singers
We regularly hold auditions for singers and musicians.
APPLY FOR A GENERAL AUDITION AS A SINGER