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Summer 2025 Artist in Residency Opportunity on Beautiful Lake Manassas! Paid Opportunity with Free Housing. Just a 40 minute ride from the Washington Monument in Washington D.C., the historic Clover Hill Farm in Nokesville, VA, (home of the Sweet Virginia Foundation) has recently undergone renovations & has turned the hayloft of an old horse barn into a beautiful new musical venue, overlooking an 800 acre lake, that's waiting for musicians! For its debut, the farm's owner is looking for a solo musician (any instrument) or established duo or trio to play for his family & friends occasionally this summer in the barn between June 1st to September 1st. He is open to Jazz, Opera, Blues, Folk, or Classical genres.

The 2025 NTD 10th International Chinese Vocal Competition will take place from August 29–31 at Merkin Hall, Kaufman Music Center, New York City. The preliminary rounds originally planned for Taiwan (July 28) and Germany (July 31), 2025, will now be held in the form of video submissions for jury evaluation, instead of in-person events. Registration is now open at our official website. Open to Chinese vocal artists and vocal students aged 18–50, the competition provides a world-class platform to showcase talent and refine artistry. Esteemed vocalists from Shen Yun Performing Arts will join the jury panel. Following the competition, an exclusive Winners’ Concert will feature award recipients and renowned vocalists. The prestigious Gold Award includes a $10,000 prize. For more details and registration, visit https://vocal.ntdtv.com/index-en.html

LAST CALL FOR ARTISTS! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Regium Lepidi Opera Summer Program and Festival 2025! With only a few spots remaining, this is your opportunity to perform in a fully staged production of Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro at the renowned Teatro B. Asioli in Correggio, Italy, with a full orchestra. Take center stage, perfect your role, and gain exposure with a professional HD recording of your performance — a perfect addition to your portfolio. This is more than just a performance — it’s a chance to elevate your career. Secure your spot now and make your mark in the world of opera! Deadline for submission - April 25, 2025.

The 2025 Summer Turin Opera Festival is now recruiting opera singers and orchestra members for Mozart's "Le Nozze di Figaro". We invite all music enthusiasts to join this artistic feast! Vocal professionals and bel canto enthusiasts (no nationality or age restrictions) are welcome to audition. Selected candidates will participate in a two-week vocal masterclass and opera rehearsal in Turin, Italy. Performance Location: Teatro San Giuseppe  Please check the official website for specific interview information. http://www.opusnova.art/

Croatian Opera Academy summer program gives you the thrill of performing on stage with a professional orchestra in a real opera production. You will have the opportunity to refine your skills and gain invaluable experience working with supportive directors in a comfortable, professional environment. Outside of the opera program, COA offers individual singing lessons, masterclasses and audition workshops. Join us to develop a role that you will be singing for a long time, learning the process first-hand at the academy. Join one of four casts: - La clemenza di Tito – W.A. Mozart - The Magic Flute – W.A. Mozart - Orlando – G.F. Händel - Gianni Schicchi – G. Puccini. Application Deadline: April 27th, 2025. Apply via https://croatianoperaacademy.com/

Exciting update! We have extended the application deadline for the Canto Virginia Summer Program to April 25. Don’t miss your chance to apply! This program is for talented singers of all levels looking to deepen their operatic performance skills. In addition to acting, daily coachings, language and master classes, participants will attend a workshop on performance anxiety led renowned psychologist Noa Kageyama and take part in a feedback audition with an agent and renowned industry professionals. A special feature is a class on singing for the camera, which prepares singers for a professional video recording and is included in the program.

PSN Presto! (June 26–July 5, 2025) casting for Zia Principessa, Suor Dolcina and supporting roles! A 10-day intensive opera program in Prague for singers. Participants prepare & perform Puccini's Suor Angelica (double cast) with full staging, costumes & orchestra at the historic Church of St. Simon & St. Jude where Mozart and Haydn worked, and which is the second home of the Prague Symphony Orchestra. Training includes acting, staging & coaching from renowned faculty. Experience Prague’s musical heritage & grow artistically in this immersive program. Scholarships available for all remaining roles. Online application deadline April 21, 2025. Apply: https://www.praguesummernights.com/apply/

Last chance! OperaWorks’ two transformative summer programs—the Engaged Artist Program and the Teacher Training Course—are almost full! If you're ready for bold artistic growth, deep community, and practical tools that last beyond the stage, apply by Tuesday, April 8 at operaworks.org.

Deadline extended to April 15! Step into a world where passion meets preparation, and emerging talent blossoms into operatic excellence. For over a decade Mediterranean Opera Studio & Festival has been the crucible where the next generation of opera professionals is forged.  5 weeks of intense, individualized training with the best renown professionals in the World.  3 beautiful fully staged operas.  Experience “orchestra time” where you get individualized coaching with orchestra to discover the nuances of performing with orchestra.  Build connections with invited industry leaders and lasting friendships with your peers in the unique Mediterranean setting of ancient Sicily.  Apply now at mediterraneanoperafestival.com

Years of training prepare you to sing—but stepping into the professional world is another challenge, especially in Germany, where so many of the stable work opportunities are. BOA Opera School is designed to bridge that gap, providing the structure, experience, and support to help you make the transition with confidence. Audition for an industry panel for feedback & opportunities. Perform in two fully staged productions with orchestra. Take daily German classes and gain working-level German. Refine stagecraft and technique to a professional level. Record a polished audition package highlighting your personal brand. With weekly seminars, audition bootcamp, and expert Faculty, BOA Opera School gives you the tools to step beyond training and onto the stage.