Opera Petites: An interactive opera adventure for kids
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Event details may change. Confirm times, availability and prices with the organiser before attending.
The lowdown
Performed by professional opera singers from Opera Australia, children will be transported into magical stories filled with bumbling buffoons, mischievous characters, enchanting creatures, and unforgettable music. Featuring highlights from beloved operas including The Magic Flute, Die Fledermaus, the hilarious Cat Duet, Romeo and Juliette and more, this engaging performance introduces children to the joy of opera in a playful and accessible way.
With colourful costumes, exciting props, audience participation and plenty of surprises, Opera Petites is the perfect school holiday experience for curious young minds and families who love live performance.
Suitable for children aged 4-10 years and their families.
Cost:
General admission ticket (adults and children): $15 + booking fee
Lake Mac Arts Member: $13.50 + booking fee. Not a member? Join Lake Mac Arts here: Lake Mac Arts membership - Lake Macquarie Arts
Group ticket price (when a minimum of 5 are bought in the one transaction): $13.50 + booking fee
VENUE INFORMATION
HERITAGE BUILDING
Rathmines Theatre is a heritage building and does not have air conditioning.
PARKING
Parking is available in designated areas surrounding the venue, including two accessible parking spaces in front of the theatre.
ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible access to Rathmines Theatre is available via the ramp on the lake side of the theatre. There are two accessible parking spaces in front of the theatre. There is one accessible unisex toilet (right-hand transfer), and one accessible male toilet (ambulant).
HEARING LOOP
A Hearing Loop is available in the theatre. To receive the signal directly a patron can switch their hearing aid or cochlear implant process to the T Switch, or Telecoil position.
ACCESSIBLE SEATING
Accessible seating is available inside the theatre. Please indicate when booking your tickets or contact the theatre on 02 4921 0400 or email artsculture&tourisminfo@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
ADVERSE WEATHER
If a performance needs to be cancelled due to adverse weather, this page will be updated and customers will be notified by email, phone call or sms.
This event may be photographed and filmed, and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.
Where to rock up
Rathmines Theatre, nawayiba, Stilling Street & Dorrington Road Intersection, Rathmines, NSW 2283, Newcastle
Getting there
PARKING Parking is available in designated areas surrounding the venue, including two accessible parking spaces in front of the theatre.
Accessibility
Featuring highlights from beloved operas including The Magic Flute, Die Fledermaus, the hilarious Cat Duet, Romeo and Juliette and more, this engaging performance introduces children to the joy of opera in a playful and accessible way.


