The Schools Program

What are you getting?

The program, which features some of Australia's best teachers, was designed by Tyran Parke, our artistic director and the head of music theatre at the Victorian College of the Arts. It features:

• Curriculum-relevant workshops and masterclasses led by some of Australia’s best musical theatre artists.
• Access to a safe, welcoming art form that is sure to have a positive impact on students.
• Connections with other students and schools from around Australia.
• Inspiring experiences that build capacity and creativity.
• A diverse and easy-to-navigate program, making it as simple as possible to join in.
• Incredible value for money – we’ve kept down the costs so you can be there.
• An unmatchable way to help students flourish through creativity and socialising.
• A rewarding professional development opportunity for teachers and educators.

Who is it for & how much does it cost?

We welcome groups from schools, private performing arts academies and even individuals (conditions apply). We also welcome teachers seeking professional development.

To make sure we have somehting that works for you we offer multiple packages ranging from one-day options to a whole festival experience and we can even tailor our programs for your group.

The package prices are based on how many days you attend and your group size. The price per student ranges from $50 for the one-day package to $130 for the four-day package. If you bring ten or more students, we’ll give you a 10% discount, and one teacher will come for free. 

How do I get there?

We encourage you to experience as much of the Festival as possible, so we encourage early booking of flights and accommodation to serve your engagement best and maximise the magic.  

We are based in Launceston, Tasmania. The town has an airport with regular links from cities across Australia. We can also suggest many accommodation options. Our venues are all within walking distance of each other.

Information About Travel & Accomodation

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"In 2O23 I had the privilege of taking fifteen musical theatre students from Adelaide to the Australian Musical Theatre Festival in Launceston.What a time was had! Every workshop, performance, program and masterclass on offer was soaked up and adored by all.The calibre of faculty and headline acts was unequivocally world class. Networking opportunities and inclusivity was second to none. I would absolutely encourage any educator to have their students attend in 2O24. We will definitely be back!"
- Lia Cox (Adelaide)