Saturday 5 September
12.30 pm – 2:30 pm
NZ Opera Studio, 5/69 St Georges Bay Road
Free
Curious about opera? Here’s your backstage pass!
NZ Opera invites you into their Parnell studio for a special Open Day, offering a rare glimpse into the creation of a brand new production of Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers.
Witness the energy of an open rehearsal with the director, conductor, and singers. Get up close with stunning set designs, intricate costume construction, and the incredible artistry of the company’s hair, wigs, and makeup wizards.
A free and fascinating experience for the whole whānau. Nau mai, haere mai!




