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The Young-Patronesses of the Opera/Florida Grand Opera Voice Competition takes place from April 30 to May 2 in Coral Gables, Florida. Singers who are currently enrolled in, or who have graduated from, a professional opera program are selected, based on two audio samples and resume, to participate in live auditions. The live auditions consist of two rounds before a panel of judges.  All semifinalists who participate in the live auditions will receive at least a stipend of $1,000. Singers must provide their own travel and accommodations. The top award in the Senior division is $10,000, and in the Junior division, $7,500. Must be 30 or younger as of the application deadline (February 15, 2026). Application deadline is Sunday, February 15.

A summer program in a European festival? The deadline has just been extended to 28 February 2026. A limited number of major roles (and scholarships) are still available. Young Artists work in collaboration with world-class singers, directors, conductors, and coaches. The repertoire for 2026 includes Le nozze di Figaro, a bold new version of Orphée et Euridice (both with orchestra), Cabaret Paris Berlin in the baroque market hall, and recitals and Gala (with piano). Training includes individual vocal and repertoire coaching, masterclasses, and career seminars addressing opportunities in Europe and the United States. Daily French language classes are available. More details, videos, testimonials, and application at lyricartsfrance.org

The Opera Academy of the Opéra des Landes is a summer where you don’t just study — you live the life of a professional singer in France. With ONLY 12 SINGERS, you receive personal attention, multiple daily private coachings with top pros from Paris, and lots of performances within the Opéra des Landes Festival. Repertoire includes opera roles, French art song, and lyric Broadway. Casting 2026: soprano and baritone soloists in Fauré Requiem and cover roles for Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers, plus a European agent audition with feedback and château gala performances. Between rehearsals, enjoy great food, biking in town, beach days, and singing for audiences who truly show up and care — reminding you why you love to sing in the first place.

Prague Summer Nights hosts aspiring young opera professionals for 4 weeks of individual coaching & voice lessons in Tábor & Prague with faculty from top schools such as Juilliard, UT Austin, Oberlin, Northwestern University, U-M & DU. Participate in an opera scenes program/performance, a cabaret night and fully staged opera productions of Puccini’s Suor Angelica at the Church of Sts. Simon & Jude, accompanied by a larger PSN chamber ensemble, and Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte & Don Giovanni in the Estates Theatre - where Mozart himself premiered Don Giovanni - accompanied by the full PSN orchestra. Live auditions now - full schedule available on website. Scholarships available. Next Round Application Deadline: Feb 15, 2026. Apply now!

INTERNATIONAL LYRIC ACADEMY 2026: Celebrating 32 years in Charlotte (USA), June 8 – June 29 & Vicenza (Italy), July 2 - August 3. Gain the skills you need for your future to thrive in your career. International Lyric Academy is now casting Mozart’s The Magic Flute fully staged stunning co-production between Opera Carolina & Lake Como Theater. In addition, Sweeney Todd, (fully staged), Opera scenes, (The Marriage of Figaro, Cosi Fan Tutte, Don Giovanni), Concerts, Mozart Requiem, and choral performances.  Participants receive professional coaching, voice lessons, masterclasses, Italian classes, and Agents & Artistic Directors Audition. Make a direct jump from being a full-time student to launching a full-time professional career.  Apply today.

Casting sopranos and a handful of mezzos as Knaben, Damen, and one more Papagena in Mozart's Die Zauberflöte! These roles start with a $1000 scholarship towards tuition and will study another role in our season. Limited baritone and tenor roles also open with major scholarships. We are an intensive opera centric program - June 1 to 20. Work directly with industry leaders while immersing yourself in our cultural excursions in Tokyo. 2026 season: Les contes d'Hoffmann, Carmen, and Zauberflöte. Apply today: www.tokyooperastudio.org “This is so different from any program I’ve done. We’re truly getting to experience this city along with long days of rehearsal. Not only am I learning to be a better artist, I’m evolving as a human being.” –Faith Adams, Contessa in Nozze di Figaro

In collaboration with Colorado College, Opera Theatre of the Rockies presents the 2026 Vocal Arts Festival. The Festival is open to all serious students of voice. Participants will receive 3 weeks of intensive training in vocal and dramatic arts with emphasis on performance from July 12 to July 31. Our alumni are singing all over the world, from the Metropolitan Opera to Tokyo and all companies in between. Come and join us for a summer in the mountains of Colorado. For further information visit:  https://www.operatheatreoftherockies.org/vocal-arts-festival.html or contact Steven LaCosse, Artistic Director at stevenlacossevaf@gmail.com

The Schmidt Vocal Institute (SVI) nurtures and mentors the development of talented high school singers who wish to pursue studies in music performance or education. The curriculum focuses on training singers to have a healthy technique, improved musicianship, and outstanding performance skills.   2026 Participants of SVI will receive: Master Classes or private coachings with distinguished guest faculty tenor Richard Cox (SFCM), coach/pianist Justina Lee (Juilliard), and soprano Marquita Lister (Morgan State). "Mindful Movement for Singers" with Dr. Katherine Jolly (Oberlin). Private voice lessons and coachings with SVI Resident Faculty. Courses in Acting, Lyric Diction, Vocal Health, AT & more. Two public performances Tickets to Cincinnati Opera

Join COA for 2026 summer program & perform in fully-staged productions of Hänsel und Gretel, The Magic Flute, Gianni Schicchi, and Le nozze di Figaro. On top of stage and orchestra rehearsals, your tuition includes: - Individual voice lessons every week - Masterclass with internationally acclaimed artists - Mock auditions - Tailored career counseling post-program Accommodation is organized and covered by the tuition.  Full and partial scholarships available. More info & applications at https://croatianoperaacademy.com/  Contact Information: info@croatianoperaacademy.com

The Jensen Foundation supports America’s most promising young opera professionals with its annual Vocal Competition. Singers compete for their share of $50,000 in awards, including a $15,000 First Place award and the $10,000 Facing Forward Award for the finest performance of an aria composed in the 21st century. The 2026 competition takes place in New York City May 18-23. The singing environment is well-organized and supportive, with professional accompanists and judges. Twelve finalists are chosen to perform before the Finals Judges who are distinguished in the world of opera. Apply by Sunday, March 15 to join us in New York this May!