Latest News

We are excited to introduce the 2026/27 cohort of Young Artists joining the National Opera Studio. These exceptional artists will undergo nine months of intensive training to prepare them for successful careers in today’s opera world.

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back on a vibrant year at the National Opera Studio filled with performances, training, new opportunities, and meaningful connections.

We are delighted to report a record-breaking year for applications, with 532 singers applying to the programme. Here's a breakdown of applications by voice type, as well as the three most frequently submitted arias for each category.

We’re delighted to announce that the National Opera Studio will be taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge. This December, we’re aiming to raise £37,500 to support our mission of providing free, world-class training to the UK’s most exceptional emerging opera singers and pianists. For one week only, donations made through the Big Give platform will be matched pound for pound.

A new trade body representing the UK’s opera sector – UK Opera Association (UKOA) – launches today, bringing together an initial group of 20 opera companies to strengthen the future of opera and ensure the art form continues to thrive across the country.

The National Opera Studio Academy aims to identify and support emerging singers aged 19-25 who show considerable vocal promise but may have encountered educational or professional barriers. As part of this opportunity, eleven Academy Singers received intensive musical and vocal coaching from NOS staff and guest coaches, designed to present the artistic standards and breadth of a current operatic career. NOS Academy 2025 singer, Oliver Barker shares his experience...

We are excited to introduce the 2025/26 cohort of Young Artists joining the National Opera Studio.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Harper. As a vocal coach at the National Opera Studio, Michael left an indelible mark on our community, inspiring all who had the privilege of working with him.

In this episode, host Rachel Nicholls dives into the topic of resilience in elite performance with high-performance coach Cliodhna O’Connor.

Ahead of our residency with Welsh National Opera, we caught up with Young Artist repetiteur Su Choung to hear about her journey at NOS so far. She shared how she discovered her passion for opera, reflected on the impact of our residencies, and offered insights into life as a repetiteur.

In this episode, host Rachel Nicholls explores the vital role of nutrition for singers with guest Julie Cooper, a soprano, vocal coach, and nutritionist.

In this episode of the Opera Training Companion, host Rachel Nicholls, alongside Allyson Devenish (Senior Staff Coach, National Opera Studio) and casting director Sarah Playfair, dive into the essentials of auditioning in the opera world.