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Short courses

Explore our exciting and diverse range of short courses taking place this summer led by world-class coaches from the National Opera Studio.

Covid-19
The National Opera Studio is committed to ensuring the safety of all those who come through our doors.  As such, we are paying very close attention to the guidance coming out of the UK government at this time and have taken steps to ensure that the Studio remains a safe space for all Young Artists, Staff and visitors. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us: [email protected]

Stagecraft in Opera

Stagecraft in Opera

Monday 19 – Friday 23 July 2021

There is an increasing demand that as well as being excellent musicians, opera singers are also outstanding actors. This five-day short course will provide a basis to explore committed and high-quality singing combined with a meticulous exploration of stagecraft.

Who is it for? Postgraduate level or professional singers of all voice types. Read more

Start: 19th July, 2021 at 10:30am

End: 23rd July, 2021 at 5:30pm

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 6th April, 2021

Author: Peter Di Toro

Location: National Opera Studio, 2 Chapel Yard, LONDON, SW18 4HZ

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Reimagining Auditions

Reimagining Auditions

Monday 26 – Friday 30 July 2021

This is a course designed to help you reimagine your approach to auditions, build confidence in front of a panel - whether that be in-person or online, and examine your communication through critical and constructive self-analysis.

Who is it for? Postgraduate level or professional singers of all voice types. Read more

Start: 26th July, 2021 at 10:00am

End: 30th July, 2021 at 6:00pm

Published: 24th February, 2021

Updated: 6th April, 2021

Author: Peter Di Toro

Location: National Opera Studio, 2 Chapel Yard, LONDON, SW18 4HZ

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Exploring Opera

Exploring Opera

Monday 23 – Saturday 28 August 2021

Our Exploring Opera short course is an introductory course designed for singers who are keen to learn the key skills to perform opera.

Who is it for? Singers about to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level OR those who sing to a reasonably high level and want to immerse themselves in an opera course. Read more

Start: 23rd August, 2021 at 10:30am

End: 28th August, 2021 at 5:30pm

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 6th April, 2021

Author: Peter Di Toro

Location: National Opera Studio, 2 Chapel Yard, LONDON, SW18 4HZ

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