Riverland teen Joey Haenen lands spot in Bachelor of Music Theatre degree at University of Adelaide

Hundreds of Australians apply for the prestigious Bachelor of Music Theatre at the University of Adelaide each year — and of the 24 selected, a young man from the country is making his voice heard in a big way.

The Elder Conservatorium's Head of Music Theatre, George Torbay, saw Mr Haenen's potential after meeting him as a teenager during a workshop at his school.

"I mentioned at the end of his session 'you're going to come and audition for me in a few years' time, I'll keep a lookout for you'."Head of Music Theatre, George Torbay

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