Eligibility

Opera in the 21st Century is a three-week intensive residency devoted to the individual’s practical skill extension and development. The program will look to provide individuals with: new artist photos, recorded and filmed arias, work on new music, public performances, an updated press kit and vocal coachings and lessons with established professionals. Our faculty, led by Joel Ivany, Karen Slack, and Ian Cusson, is comprised of internationally recognized professionals from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.

Number of Participants

We invite applications from post-secondary students and emerging artists already at an advanced level of accomplishment, and with a well-documented record of artistic exploration. The program offers space for 10 singers, one pianist/répétiteur, one stage director, and one conductor.

Deadline

February 16, 2022 19:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

March 14, 2022 06:00 UTC

Duration

May 23, 2022 - June 11, 2022

Funding

• CA$4,408.00 stipend (one-time)

Costs

• CA$65.00 application fee
• CA$4,408.00 program fee (one-time)

Housing

Private Room

Meals

Breakfast, Coffee, Dinner, Lunch, Tea

Public Programs

Discussion, Open Studios, Performances, Professional Development, Retreat, Visiting Professionals, Workshops

Disciplines

Opera, Singing

Program Description

Opera in the 21st Century is a performance-based, collaborative training experience for emerging opera professionals that truly challenges the conventions of opera performance, production, and design. This residency's focus is to develop young opera professionals with the skills and experience to take them to the next level of their careers and beyond. The multi-disciplinary program offers a unique opportunity to work with diverse artists, and is open to singers, instrumentalists, conductors, and stage directors.