Opera Etc.
for Youth and Schools
Young People love Opera!
Pacific Opera is committed to engaging young people in the creation, performance, and experience of opera through a growing variety of initiatives for youth, along with Professional Development Days for teachers and educators are offered in partnership with the Greater Victoria Public Library and the Royal BC Museum.
Affordable Tickets for Youth
Student Rush Tickets are available at the door of the Royal Theatre one hour prior to any regular performance (valid student ID required, subject to availability). Rush tickets are $15 for the best seats available anywhere in the theatre!
Experience live opera at a fraction of the cost of regular tickets! 30 and Younger is a free membership program for anyone aged 30 or under. Members may buy up to two tickets for 50% off the regular adult ticket price on selected performances and seating sections.
Students, families, home learners, and members of our community looking for a more relaxed experience of attending live opera are invited to attend the Preview (Dress Rehearsal) for Pacific Opera productions.
Tickets
All tickets are $15.00
Community Preview Tickets are available to registered Ticket Access Program Partners and Educational Groups only. A promo code to will be released 1 month prior to the preview via registered TAP Partners and Educational Groups. Please see our list of TAP Partners to see if you qualify, or to sign up.
Audiences
*School Groups Elementary, middle, secondary, and post-secondary schools may make group bookings by calling the Pacific Opera Box Office 250-385-0222. Elementary and middle schools require a minimum of one chaperone for every 10 students. Maximum one chaperone for every five students. Please book groups at least one week prior to performance day.
*Families may attend with children and order tickets directly from the Pacific Opera Victoria Box Office 250-385-0222. Maximum one adult per child. Not suitable for babes in arms.
*Students & Community Members may order tickets directly from the Pacific Opera Box Office at 250-385-0222 or online at the individual show links above.
Location
Royal Theatre
805 Broughton Street, Victoria
Program Archive
Odyssey was an unforgettable adventure as part of Pacific Opera Victoria’s Youth Summer Performance Program. Starring talented local singers aged 8-18 alongside opera professionals, this epic tale was performed to 4 sell out shows in the summer of 2025.