OperaWorks brings the best of both worlds from acting and classical singing to a "no compromises" well-rounded performance where acting choices support the vocal technique and vice versa. Individualized holistic training includes: Performance Techniques, Acting, Improvisation, Coaching, Alexander Technique, Yoga, Conducting, Physical Theater, Audition Preparation, Career Planning, and Marketing. Each program culminates in two public performances of a new production.
"My OperaWorks experience was literally life-changing. I not only came away with countless tools for navigating the world of auditions, musical preparation, and self-promotion, but I was so inspired by my colleagues and the amazing faculty during my time there."
-Stephania Romaniuk (2009): Eastman Opera Theatre, Morpheus Theater
"In one month I learned about a completely different side of my own potential and how to access and use talents I already had instead of waiting for some illusive technical perfection....it has had the greatest affect on my auditions and the sense of personal power I have going into them."
-Laura Krumm (2010): 2012 San Francisco Opera Adler Fellow; 2011 Merola Opera Program; University of North Texas