Javascript is currently disabled on this browser. Please turn on to make sure YAP Tracker can fully function.

National Opera Studio

National Opera Studio Young Artists' Programme Application (2021-22)

This application closed on Saturday March 27, 2021.

Due to the new national lockdown measures, the deadline for singers applying to our Young Artists' Programme has been extended to 27 March 2021. We are very aware of the impact the current very stressful circumstances have had on those considering applying to the Studio and hope that this extension will ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present themselves in the best way possible.

Before applying, please make sure you have read the full information available on the National Opera Studio website.

Please contact National Opera Studio Young Artists' Programme at auditions@nationaloperastudio.org.uk with any questions regarding this application. For technical help, please contact help@yaptracker.com.

Personal Information

First Name*

Surname*

Date of Birth*

Date must be entered in DD/MM/YYYY Format

Address line 1*

Address line 2

Town/City*

County/State*

Postcode/Zip code*

Country*

Mobile Number*

No spaces, dashes etc. phone number fields

E-mail address*

Current Country of Residence*

Primary Nationality*

Secondary Nationality

If you are from the United Kingdom, please state which country you are from. *

England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. If this question does not apply to you, please fill in the box with N/A.

If you have any more nationalities, please state which ones below.

Visa Status*

I hold a UK passport or I am a British citizen

I hold an EU passport and I have the right to live in the UK after January 1 2021

I hold a non-UK EU passport and I do not have the right to live in the UK after January 1 2021

I do not hold a UK passport and I do not currently have a visa for the UK

I do not hold a UK or an EU passport but I do have a visa for the UK (valid until at least June 2022)

If you do not hold a UK or an EU passport but you have a visa for the UK, please tell us which type of UK visa you hold below.

Type of visa

Only answer this question if you do not hold a UK or an EU passport but you do have a visa for the UK.

Application and audition information

How did you hear about the National Opera Studio?*

NOS visit to conservatoire

Agent

Opera Company

Previous NOS Young Artist

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Teacher / Lecturer

NOS Email

Google

Other search engine

YAP Tracker

NOS Short Course

NOS Event

NOS website

Opera Magazine

Opera Now Magazine

Leaflet or Poster

Other (please state)

Other:

Please upload your headshot*

You must be signed in to add your headshot.

Please select your voice type.*

Please state in which languages you are proficient, and to what level:

Please do include any languages you speak that are not found in standard opera repertoire.

Have you auditioned for the NOS Young Artists' Programme before? If yes, which Programme year did you audition for?*

Maximum number of selections permitted: 6

Yes, for the 2020/21 Programme

Yes, for the 2019/20 Programme

Yes, for the 2018/19 Programme

Yes, for the 2017/18 Programme

Yes, for the 2016/17 Programme

Yes, before 2016

If you have any access requirements or would like to request any additional help for your audition at the National Opera Studio, please tell us how we can assist you:

Education and Training

Please state your undergraduate level studies (if applicable):

Maximum number of selections permitted: 3

Selection 1

Selection 2

Selection 3

Please state your postgraduate level studies (if applicable):

Maximum number of selections permitted: 3

Selection 1

Selection 2

Selection 3

Please tell us about any other vocal education, training or skills:

Current singing teacher

Previous singing teacher(s)

Please tell us why you chose to apply to the National Opera Studio.*

Please briefly outline what you hope to achieve at the National Opera Studio if you are offered a place (100 word limit):*

Please tell us about any contracted professional or other commitments from September 2021 to June 2022 (this must include travelling days):

Do you currently have an agent? If yes, please tell us the name of your agent and their company:

Performance Experience

Please list your operatic performance experience (if applicable):

Role 1

Role 2

Role 3

Please list other performance experience (300 words):

For example, this could include concerts, competitions and awards. Please note, no CVs or additional material will be presented to the panel.

Video First Round Audition

All applicants must submit a video First Round Audition. All applicants will have their video considered by the First Round Audition Panel. For further information, please read the National Opera Studio Video Requirements.

Please upload your First Round Audition videos here (minimum 3 videos):*

All First Round auditions must be submitted via a video recording. You must upload a minimum of three videos which MUST meet the National Opera Studio Video Requirements. Minimum number of selections permitted: 3. Maximum number of selections permitted: 5

You must be signed in to add videos.

Please confirm that your videos meet the National Opera Studio Video Audition Requirements*

Click here to view the requirements: National Opera Studio Video Requirements

I confirm that my videos meet these requirements.

References

Please give the details of two referees. These should be from music or theatre professionals but should not be from your regular (or previous) singing teacher.

References must be received by the deadline of 11.59pm on Saturday 27 March 2021. It is your responsibility to contact your referees in plenty of time to ensure they are happy to provide a reference and are able to do so by the deadline.

References*

Click here for YAP Tracker's FAQ for how the online referencing process works. If you need instructions on how to resend a recommendation request, click here.

Number required: 2. Allowed method(s): Online.

You must be signed in to add recommendations.

Equal Opportunities Monitoring

We are required to keep a summary of information of the diversity of our applicants. The information entered in this section will not be kept with nor will affect your application to the NOS.

Gender*

Is your gender identity different to the sex you were assumed to be at birth? *

Sexuality*

Do you consider yourself to have a disability?*

Ethnicity*

Age*

Payment Details

Payment Instructions

To submit your application you are required to pay a First Round Audition and Admin fee of £25 via the PayPal link below. This will allow you to pay by PayPal or debit/credit card.

https://py.pl/8S9upGC7Mz3

If you have an issue with that link, you may also use this one:

https://py.pl/hGl2N

Your application will not be valid until we have confirmed receipt of this payment. Please note this payment is non-refundable.

If you are invited to the Second and Final Round (Thursday 22 April-Sunday 25 April 2021), you will be required to pay an additional £75. We will send you a link to pay this as part of your Second Round invitation email.

We are afraid that the National Opera Studio is unable to support applicants financially throughout their application.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at auditions@nationaloperastudio.org.uk

Amount: £25.00 (GBP)

Please select your payment type* Custom Payment URL