National Opera Studio

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A huge congratulations to Joanna Harries, who has just released her single on CRD Records! This track will also appear on her highly anticipated debut album, Letters from Scandinavia, in collaboration with Sholto Kynoch.

Adding to the excitement, Joanna's single has been listed as Gramophone's Video of the Day🎶

We’re in the second week of production rehearsals for our upcoming performance in collaboration with Welsh National Opera! Under the direction of Laura Attridge, this stunning showcase features scenes from operatic masterpieces such as Rossini’s Il turco in Italia, Puccini’s La bohème, Bellini’s I Capuleti e i Montecchi, and more.

This one-night-only event will be accompanied by the Welsh National Opera Orchestra, conducted by Ryan McAdams.

📅 2 February 2025
⏰ 4pm
🎟️ £17.50 (£10 discount for students)
📍 Donald Gordon Theatre, Cardiff

Book now: https://wno.org.uk/whats-on/nos

Rydym ni yn ein hail wythnos o ymarferion ar gyfer ein perfformiad mewn cydweithrediad gydag Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru! O dan arweiniad medrus y gyfarwyddwraig Laura Attridge, mae’r arddangosiad syfrdanol yma’n cynnwys golygfeydd allan o operâu gan gynnwys Il turco in Italia gan Rossini, La Bohème gan Puccini, Capuletti e i Montecchi gan Bellini.

Mi fydd ein hunig sioe yn cael ei gyfeilio gan Cerddorfa Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru, o dan arweiniad Ryan McAdams.

📅 2il o Chwefror 2025
⏰ 4yh
🎟️ £17.50 (£10 i fyfyrwyr)
📍Theatr Donald Gordon, Caerdydd

Alum Spotlight ✨

Toi toi toi to 2023/24 Young Artists Kira Kaplan and Robert Forrest, who will be taking centre stage across 24 venues in Scotland as part of Scottish Opera’s Opera Highlights tour!

Something very exciting is happening at the Studio today! Keep an eye on our social media for updates 👀

Week 16 of the 2024/25 Young Artists 🎶

We're into our second week of production rehearsals for our upcoming residency with Welsh National Opera directed by Laura Attridge. Keep an eye on our social media for sneak peeks into rehearsals this week!

Calling all repetiteurs! There's only ONE WEEK left to apply for our 2025/26 Young Artists' Programme ⏰

🎭 Free, world-class training in music, stagecraft, language, and performance.

💷 A monthly stipend of £850, plus up to £770/month in bursary support to cover living and study expenses in London.

🎟️ Exclusive opportunities with the UK’s six national opera companies, including performances, residencies, and networking.

🎼 £600 for private lessons and an Auditions Travel Fund of up to £260.

🎤 Year-round auditions with industry professionals.

Visit our website to apply!

Introducing our 2025 Academy Singers!

The inaugural National Opera Studio Academy is designed to support young singers aged 19-25 who show considerable vocal promise. Our Academy Singers will receive intensive training in vocal technique, stagecraft, diction, and more, with guidance from NOS staff and guest coaches.

Find out more about our Academy Singers here: https://www.nationaloperastudio.org.uk/training/the-academy/

We are nearing the application deadline for repetiteurs on our 2025/26 Young Artists' Programme ⏰

🎭 Free, world-class training in music, stagecraft, language, and performance.

💷 A monthly stipend of £850, plus up to £770/month in bursary support to cover living and study expenses in London.

🎟️ Exclusive opportunities with the UK’s six national opera companies, including performances, residencies, and networking.

🎼 £600 for private lessons and an Auditions Travel Fund of up to £260.

🎤 Year-round auditions with industry professionals.

Visit our website to apply: www.nationaloperastudio.org.uk/training/young-artists-programme/

It’s week 15 of the Young Artists' Programme, and we’re kicking off our first week of production rehearsals for this year’s first residency with Welsh National Opera! 🎶

🎭 Exciting news! Next week, we start production rehearsals for our upcoming performance in partnership with Welsh National Opera! ✨

Directing this performance is writer and director Laura Attridge, celebrated for her rich, clear, and captivating storytelling. We can't wait to bring this collaboration to life—stay tuned for updates! 💫

Laura has been involved in projects with many of the UK’s leading opera and classical music organisations, including the Royal Opera House, Glyndebourne, Scottish Opera, Opera North, English Touring Opera, Buxton International Festival and Mahogany Opera. She is a published poet, and her songs, choral works and libretti have been performed internationally.

Last night, we were invited to a special screening of ‘Maria’, starring Angelina Jolie in the lead role.

Before the film, we enjoyed a fascinating panel discussion led by Simon Millward, featuring Lise Davidsen, Isabella de Sabata, and Sarah Bailey 🎶

Last night, we were invited to a special screening of ‘Maria’, starring Angelina Jolie in the lead role.

Before the film, we enjoyed a fascinating panel discussion led by Simon Millward, featuring Lise Davidsen, Isabella de Sabata, and Sarah Bailey 🎶

We love recording days at the National Opera Studio 🎥

With our state-of-the-art recording setup, our Young Artists have the opportunity to participate in multiple sessions throughout the year. These sessions produce professional-quality videos, perfect for auditions, social media, and websites 🎶

This week at the Studio is buzzing with activity! From music calls and a lunchtime recital to filming sessions, group coaching, and more, our Young Artists have a packed schedule 🎶

Applications for repetiteurs for our 2025/26 Young Artists Programme are open until 27 January 2025.

In addition to the main group residencies, our Young Artist repetiteurs also have the unique opportunity to spend several days with Scottish Opera, one of our partner companies, where they can shadow their Head of Music and gain hands-on experience working on productions.

"I’m leaving Scottish Opera enthused and inspired with a clearer idea of the workings of a major company." ~ Jacob Swindells

Apply now: https://www.nationaloperastudio.org.uk/training/young-artists-programme/

Happy New Year! ✨

We’re excited to be back at the Studio for a busy term filled with residencies, performances, coaching, masterclasses, and so much more. Here’s a glimpse of what our Young Artists will be up to this week!