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A large choir and stringed ensemble of students performing at the Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House

State music festivals 2026 – staff nominations closing

Region: Metro, Metropolitan South
Teachers

Applications closing:

  • Artistic team: Fri 5 Dec 2025
  • Production team: Mon 16 Feb 2026
Looking for enthusiastic team members who want to form part of the artistic team (massed ensemble conductor or accompanist) or the production team (stage crew or seating team) for the State music festivals.
A group of students hold small round lanterns lit up in their hands with other students holding wooden rods stand either side

Drama tutor 2026 – application

Region: all
Years 5 to 12
 This is for all teachers, teaching artists and industry professionals who are interested in tutoring in drama programs at The Arts Unit.
A large group of teachers sitting on a dance studio floor taking notes in front of a standing teacher.

Teacher Voices in Dance – application form

Region: all
Teachers
 The Teacher Voices in Dance Council (TVID) is an opportunity for teachers from across the state to advocate for and articulate the value of the arts for their students and local area. The reference group will create a platform for feedback and ideas from teachers across primary and secondary schools. The feedback and discussions will be used to evaluate and enhance the delivery of targeted programs to engage more schools, staff and students in The Arts Unit dance opportunities.
A large group of teachers sitting on a dance studio floor taking notes in front of a standing teacher.

Teacher Voices in Dance – suggestion form

Region: all
Teachers
 The Teacher Voices in Dance Council (TVID) is an opportunity for teachers from across the state to advocate for and articulate the value of the arts for their students and local area. If you are unable to attend our next meeting and have a suggestion, please outline your suggestion on the form below.
Kate Miller-Heidke singing in front of an orchestra at Sydney Town Hall with Elizabeth Scott conducting for In Concert

In Concert – Secondary Choral Festival – Application

Region: Metro, Metropolitan South
Years 7 to 12 students and teachers
Application closing date
The NSW Department of Education will present one concert at the Sydney Opera House. School choirs made up of students from Stages 4 to 6 will form part of a combined choir of 750 voices for this concert. All choirs and music classes from public high schools are welcome to join.
male dancer in centra of stage in white costume

NSW Public Schools State Boys Dance Company 2026 – application

Region: Metro, Metropolitan South
Years 4 to 12
Application closing date
The NSW Public Schools State Boys Dance Company develops high-level skills in dance technique, composition and performance. Training is aligned to syllabus outcomes and company students perform at a regional dance festival, the State Dance Festival and Schools Spectacular each year.
Students of the NSW Public Schools Primary Ensemble 2 performing 'Hana' at the 2019 State Dance Festival

NSW Public Schools Sydney Dance Ensembles – applications closing

Sydney Olympic Park
Years 4 to 12

Applications closing: Fri 13 Feb 2026

Support talented students in Years 4 to 12 to develop their skills and experience in dance, to explore and extend their interest in dance within a supportive environment, training in works aligned to syllabus outcomes and gaining practical performance experience throughout the year.
Three Barradambang Dancers each with one hand reaching up and one across their mid section, performing on an orange lit stage wearing olive green t shirts and black shorts,

Western NSW Secondary Aboriginal Dance Ensemble – applications closing

Wellington
Years 7 to 12 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students

Applications closing: Fri 13 Feb 2026 (Term 1 Week 3)

An opportunity for talented Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance students from across Western NSW, on Wiradjuri Country, to extend their skills and deepen their cultural connection under the mentorship of renowned Wiradjuri choreographer Jo Clancy.
group of dancers performing on stage in pastel dresses

Western NSW Senior Contemporary Dance Ensemble – applications closing

Narromine
Years 7 to 12

Applications closing: Fri 13 Feb 2026 (Term 1 Week 3)

Audition for an elite performance experience where students will be immersed in advanced choreography, professional rehearsal environments, and the collaborative creative process of developing an exceptional contemporary dance work.
Riverina Central Choir Group photo 2023

Riverina Central Choir – applications closing

Wagga Wagga
Years 3 to 12

Applications closing: Mon 16 Feb 2026

Based in Wagga Wagga, the choir is open to public school students across the Riverina for high quality training and performance opportunities.
Students playing the trombone within the larger concert band.

Bandlink Western NSW – workshop applications closing

Dubbo West
Years 3 to 12

Applications closing: Wed 18 Feb 2026 (Term 1 Week 4)

Led by professional tutors and experienced conductors, Bandlink Western NSW involves workshops consisting of large concert band and smaller tutorial sessions, bringing specialised skills to country