Overview
This Melbourne adventure offers an immersive arts and cultural experience for Performing Arts students. Highlights include visits to the National Gallery of Victoria, ACMI, go behind-the-scenes at the Melbourne Theatre Company, immersing in hands-on theatre workshops, and exploring the city's iconic street art.
Itinerary
Melbourne Performing Arts Tour
- Performing Arts
- Workshops and Theatre
Day 1
Travel to Melbourne
National Gallery of Victoria visit
Discover a wide variety of art at Australia’s largest and most visited art museum, from audiovisual works and textiles to photography, sculpture, modern and local art. The Ian Potter Centre is also known for its collection of Aboriginal art.
The Ian Potter Centre visit
Located at Federation Square, The Ian Potter Centre is the world’s first major gallery dedicated solely to Australian art. See historical and contemporary works across photography, design and decorative arts, with a strong focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.
Arts Centre Melbourne visit
Celebrate the story of Australian contemporary music, past, present and future, at the Australian Music Vault. Explore iconic objects from the Australian Performing Arts Collection and innovative digital experiences.
Day 2
Melbourne's Street Art tour
Explore Melbourne’s renowned street art scene on a 60-minute tour through the city’s iconic laneways, led by a working street artist.
ACMI visit
Trace the evolution of the moving image at ACMI, Australia’s national museum of screen culture. Through "The Story of the Moving Image," explore film, television, video games, digital media and art, and see how inventors, innovators and artists use light, shadow, colour, sound and movement to tell stories.
National Institute of Dramatic Art workshop
Learn about acting, stagecraft, film and performance at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), Australia’s leading performing arts school. Discover how theatre, film and television productions are created during a three-hour workshop. Workshop choice is subject to availability.
Day 3
Melbourne Theatre Company Behind the Scenes guided visit
Go behind the scenes at Australia’s longest-running professional theatre company. Learn about the lifecycle of a Melbourne Theatre Company production and how teams collaborate to create sets and costumes. Then tour the costume, wig and millinery workshops, props and scenic art areas, and rehearsal rooms.
ArtVo visit
Experience spectacular illusions and interactive exhibits at ArtVo, the world’s first immersive trick-art gallery. Explore the evolution of art and capture as many photos as you like.
Street Art Stencil workshop
Learn the art of stencil creation in a hands-on street art workshop led by professional artists and tutors. Develop your own design, transform it into a stencil and learn spray-paint techniques before creating a final stencil artwork on canvas to take home.
Melbourne Theatre Performance
Enjoy an evening performance in Melbourne, featuring theatre, music or dance in the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
Day 4
Queen Victoria Market visit
Make your way through this bustling inner-city market, a Melbourne landmark for more than 140 years. Browse hundreds of small businesses offering fresh produce, handmade products, souvenirs, clothing and more.
Depart for home
TourFlex: Your Experience, Your Way
With TourFlex, available for tours departing in October 2027 or later, you get the flexibility to shape an itinerary that's as unique as your group. Dial your trip up or down for more choice, more control, and more meaningful learning moments, all while getting the right experience at the right value. Available options vary by program and destination.
Explore Your Way
- Add experiences like theatre tickets or unique excursions
- Swap activities for ones that better serve your group
- Extend the learning through go-aheads or stay-behinds
Go Your Way
- Select transport options that suit your group's needs
- Choose from a variety of accommodation styles to support your level of comfort
Dine Your Way
- Choose pre-selected meals or encourage exploration by dining on your own
- Enjoy 2 course meals at local restaurants or at your accommodation, with the option to upgrade to 3 courses
Inclusions
Accommodations
Transportation to and from your destination
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Daily meals with options varying by program
Scheduled performances at public venues as per itinerary
WorldStrides performance promotional support
Entrance fees to attractions as per itinerary
Guided sightseeing tours and city walks as per itinerary
WorldStrides Tour Journal (available upon request)
Scenes from Melbourne
Health, Safety & Protection
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
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