The Schools Spectacular volunteers application is open to anyone who:

• is over the age of 18
• has a valid Working With Children Check
• is available during show week.

Full availability across the five days is not mandatory—you can specify the days you’re available through the application form. Limited volunteer positions are available, so your application does not automatically place you on the team. All applicants will be notified of their results once selections have been finalised.

Workshops comprise of 4 sessions, schools must attend for the whole day.

• Q & A with the Callback performers
• Core Appreciation (writing techniques)
• Core Performance (practical and interview)
• Core Composition (practical and discussion)

Workshop cost

• $35.00 per student

Each school will be billed for the number of students at time of booking.  If more students attend the workshops, schools will be billed accordingly.

Government schools will be directed debited via Inter Company Journal after the event.
Non-Government schools will receive an invoice for payment after the event.

Authority to film and record

All student participants will need to complete the Authority to film and record form. Teachers should retain these forms at their school.

Workshops comprise of 4 sessions, schools must attend for the whole day.

• Q & A with the Callback performers
• Core Appreciation (writing techniques)
• Core Performance (practical and interview)
• Core Composition (practical and discussion)

Workshop cost

• $35.00 per student

Each school will be billed for the number of students at time of booking.  If more students attend the workshops, schools will be billed accordingly.

Government schools will be directed debited via Inter Company Journal after the event.
Non-Government schools will receive an invoice for payment after the event.

Authority to film and record

All student participants will need to complete the Authority to film and record form. Teachers should retain these forms at their school.

Workshops comprise of 4 sessions, schools must attend for the whole day.

• Q & A with the Callback performers
• Core Appreciation (writing techniques)
• Core Performance (practical and interview)
• Core Composition (practical and discussion)

Students and their teachers are encouraged to attend the 7pm evening performance after the workshop.

Workshop cost

• $35.00 per student

Each school will be billed for the number of students at time of booking.  If more students attend the workshops, schools will be billed accordingly.

Government schools will be directed debited via Inter Company Journal after the event.
Non-Government schools will receive an invoice for payment after the event.

Authority to film and record

All student participants will need to complete the Authority to film and record form. Teachers should retain these forms at their school.

Audition dates: Web 25 and Thu 26 Feb 2026
Audition venue: Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE)

Cost: $350 per year