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Join Opera Project Columbus' Opera Academy as they present central Ohio’s only academy devoted to learning how to play in an opera orchestra and the finer points of playing in a pit orchestra. New this session is a voice division to enhance your operatic vocal skills. This program is designed for high school and college students (and exceptional middle school students). Under the direction of Hannah Minner, Dr. Marc Heeg, Beth Parker, and Aaron Schwartz. Session will culminate with a public performance. Sundays, October 2 - November 6; 1-4 pm all days; Ohio Dominican University - 1216 Sunbury Rd. Columbus, OH. Tuition: $300 (Special payment arrangements available upon request) For more information www.operaprojectcolumbus.com/operaacademy or contact Cynthia Ruccia at 614-371-4345.

The Opera Naples Resident Artist Program provides invaluable training and performance opportunities to emerging professionals in the beautiful setting of Naples, FL.  In the 2022-23 season, Resident Artists will perform principal and secondary roles in Romeo et Juliette, Carmen, Frida, and H.M.S. Pinafore.  Don't miss the September 20 deadline to apply!

Looking for professional Chorus for the Opera Cavalleria Rusticana. More interested in knowing if you’ve sung the chorus with another company and/or would like to hear you sing just a little bit acappella. If you’re able to provide an accompanist in the zoom Audition that is perfectly acceptable. Auditions by zoom or FaceTime. Each audition will be set up based on your schedule and correspondence with Chorus coordinator.  Compensation: $500 to be paid at the end of the single performance on January 21st, 2023. If traveling from a distance, arrangements can be made to pay for gas and lodging as well. Course members will also be invited to Grand Reception. Contact Info: Text: 863-581-0000. Email: gsale@omsgroup.com, chorus coordinator: Greg Sale.

Chautauqua Opera Company is now accepting applications for the 2023 season’s Young Artist Program.  Apprentice and Studio Artists will sing and cover leading, featured, and supporting roles in all three mainstage productions.  Young Artists will also comprise the vocal ensemble for two productions.  Masterclasses, training, auditions, and ancillary performances are available to all Young Artists.  Travel, housing, a weekly stipend, and additional role fees as assigned.  Season dates and repertoire are outlined in the opportunity announcement.  No fee to apply.   

Palm Beach Opera has fast become one of the leading training centers for emerging artists. The 18 artists in the Benenson Young Artist and Bailey Apprentice Artist Programs work with a faculty comprised of the top voice teachers and vocal coaches in the industry, and perform alongside some of the world’s greatest artists in our mainstage productions. Alumni of recent seasons include two consecutive Laffont Competition Grand Finals Winners and five of the 2022 Operalia Quarterfinalists, with standouts such as Duke Kim, Alexandra Razskazoff, Therese Carmack, Sylvia D’Eramo, Josh Conyers, Anthony Ciaramitaro, Suzannah Waddington, Robert Stahley, Ian Rucker, and Maria Brea. Apply today to launch your career from our beautiful tropical paradise!

ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT to apply for the opportunity to join Teatro Nuovo's 2023 Young Artist Program. Applications are accepted through Wednesday, 14th September with auditions in NYC, LA and Chicago. Teatro Nuovo's Resident and Studio programs are paid opportunities, which include performances in and around New York City, anchored by an innovative training program designed to provide opportunities and information not generally available elsewhere. The training program focuses on a small group of core bel canto skills, to help you assess and raise your current level in each. The program includes the collaboration of a period-instrument orchestra and in-depth seminars and lessons in historical performance practice and ornamentation.

Schmidt Vocal Arts Announces Second Annual National Competition! SVA’s second annual High School Nationals will take place from June 2-4, 2023 in partnership with Sarasota Opera. Competitors will sing on the stage of the William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre and compete for generous cash awards: First Place ($10,000), Second Place ($7,500), Third Place ($5,000), and Finalist ($650). To become eligible for the High School Nationals, singers must first compete in a regional competition. Apply now to guarantee your spot!  www.schmidtvocalarts.org

We're excited to announce open applications for our 2023 Festival Season Gerdine Young Artist Program! With four new productions, Gerdine Young Artist Program offers emerging young stage directors invaluable production experience as they begin their directing careers or as they transition into opera. Opera Theatre is committed to supporting and nurturing the careers of its young artists. Application deadline: Friday, September 9, 2022 Please note: All applicants must have proof of COVID vaccination to participate in the 2023 Festival Season.

We're excited to announce auditions for our 2023 Festival Season Gerdine Young Artist Program! With four new productions, young artists will get the opportunity to cover all mainstage roles, sing supporting roles, and sing in the choruses of mainstage productions. One-on-one coachings, master classes, industry auditions, and community performances round out a fantastic and fulfilling young artist festival season! Live auditions will take place in Los Angeles, Houston, Cincinnati, Atlanta, New York City, Miami, and Saint Louis. Application deadline: Friday, September 9, 2022. Please note: All applicants must have proof of COVID vaccination to participate in live auditions and in the 2023 Festival Season.

Deadline extended to August 31st! Join a prestigious and highly professional apprentice artists program! The company provides many performing opportunities throughout its fall and winter seasons. The training aspect of the program focuses on encouraging singers to give impassioned performances through vocal expression with an understanding of the meaning of the text, the poetry, and the music. In private coachings and classes, acting is approached through an efficiency of movement that brings out the meaning of the work rather than obscuring it. Applications for the Winter 2023 Apprentice Program are being accepted now through August 31st.