NSW Public School Program

Our flagship Public School Program provides professional pathways for students across NSW, shaping the future of Australia’s performing arts industry.

Delivered in partnership with the NSW Department of Education, the Public School Program takes a holistic approach to the development of professional musicians, and integrates world-class music education and personal excellence in the training environment.

Our program is open to public school students in years 9-12, and is free of charge, with travel subsidies available to select regional and remote students. Our program is multi-genre and multi-instrument, and we welcome applications from singers, singer-songwriters, instrumentalists, bands, and musical theatre performers. 

It is delivered through three distinct phases, consisting of intensive multi-day workshops held in the top-tier facilities of Sydney’s Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. Progression through each three-month stage is not automatic, dependent on individual progress.

Students receive world-class mentorship, industry insight, technical skills training, and creative development from our team of renowned musical consultants such as Keith Urban, Michael Cassel, Sharon Millerchip, Max Jackson, Rai Thistlethwayte and Elana Stone. 

Auditions are held annually, and are application-based. Applications for the 26/27 program will open in early 2026.