Young Artists Program
Mission
Statement:
Opera Voce is dedicated to presenting multicultural performances and resources that embrace a global perspective, which makes opera accessible for the benefit, enrichment, and education of its audience.
How
We Do It!
Since 1993 our
internationally acclaimed ensemble, Opera in the Hood, has entertained and
enlightened audiences by presenting
a contemporary edge to traditional operatic music. For 11 years we have
invited youth to perform with us and learn from us. We have drawn on our
friends and supporters to work with select youth to develop their skills and
further their interest in opera.
The Young Artists Program is the formal development of our informal work with youth. Our Young Artists learn their craft, meet professionals in their field, have performance and competition opportunities, and enjoy the friendship and connections they establish with other young artists and professionals.
Young
Artists Program:
Our Young Artists Program provides career guidance and training for young singers/actors in all aspects of a career in opera including the study of roles, acting skills, languages and diction, movement, and theater arts. Young Artists are also given instruction in such non-performing skills as audition techniques, role preparation, and the introduction of career opportunities.
Our Young Artist Program is
a 26-week program that begins October first and ends April 30. The program
calendar coincides with the public school calendar. We also offer a summer
program that begins July first and ends on Labor Day with a performance at
the NYS Fair.
Members of the Young
Artists Program help us take opera from the stage and bring it into the
community with informal community recitals. These performances are free to
the public. Additionally, Young Artists have opportunities to attend opera
and theatre performances, participate in Master Classes, and are encouraged
to take advantage of competition opportunities.
Audition Information:
The Program is open to young singers and actors who are seriously studying their art and ready to build skills for their career. Though we traditionally work with youth between the ages of 13 and 21, we encourage any singer or actor interested in auditioning to apply. There aren't any age restrictions.
Applicants should print and complete the application
on this website and mail it to us along with their 8 x 10 photograph and detailed resumé
for consideration. There aren't deadlines for submitting your application. Applications are accepted year round.
Auditions are held twice a year and applicants will be informed of upcoming auditions.