Artists participating in this program undertake an intensive 32-week program which includes a range of activities, classes and performance opportunities as detailed below. Repetiteurs may also audition to participate in the Program. If accepted, repetiteurs learn through assisting and taking part in all activities, as well as by coaching, and playing for stage rehearsals and Chorus music calls. At the same time, the Head of Music and music staff supervise development of repertoire and skills.

• Weekly schedule of one-on-one repertoire coaching,
• individual language coaching in major operatic languages including Italian, German, French, Russian and Czech,
• individual sessions or classes in various movement and stagecraft disciplines such as drama, concert presentation, basic dance, historical gesture and combat.
• Masterclasses, workshops and private lessons are arranged with visiting specialists such as renowned Australian and international teachers, singers, directors and conductors.
• A number of special workshops and lectures are offered dealing with aspects of stagecraft and the profession.
• A wide range of concert opportunities, featuring both standard operatic and popular or music theatre works, provides performing experience and broadens repertoire and style.

Auditions

Auditions for Opera Queensland’s Young Artist Program are held annually during Opera Queensland's General Audition period.

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