Opera Australia Overview
Pro stress-test →Opera Australia stages critically acclaimed operas, musicals and concerts attended by hundreds of thousands of people annually, predominantly at the Sydney Opera House and the Arts Centre Melbourne. It is the largest performing arts employer in Australia's $64 billion cultural and creative industries.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →As it approaches its 70th birthday in 2026, the company aims to nurture its artform, audience and workforce equally. Opera Australia co-produces an innovative program with some of the world's most renowned opera houses and musical theatre producers.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Key competitors include Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and Sydney Opera House. Opera Australia differentiates through breadth (opera, musicals, concerts), scale (700+ annual performances), and iconic venue partnerships.
Industry Context
Opera Australia operates in Performing Arts / Opera.
Key facts
Founded: 1956 · Headquarters: Melbourne, Australia · Employees: 501 · Revenue: $1M–$10M range