Opera is the greatest stories told with the greatest music, and we have a seat waiting for you. Students, come join us for an experience you will never forget and can't find anywhere else. There is something for everyone, from Opera Camp for ages 9-17 to LA Opera 90012 for High School Students to Operawise and Opera U for College Students. Opera Club is available to students of all ages.
For information about how your teacher can bring opera to your class, or your class to the opera, please CLICK HERE.
We are your opera company, and whether you are a fan of opera or brand new to the art form, we invite you to come and lose yourself in LA Opera.
LA Opera offers an in-depth youth Opera Camp for singers and non-singers ages 9-17. This unique program has a playful, yet intense focus, offering individual attention and peer collaboration that culminates in community performances alongside professionals. The camp runs every season during the month of August culminating in four public performances.
LA Opera Camp presented Brundibár on August 13 and 14, 2011 at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Brundibár was originally written for the children of the Jewish orphanage in Prague, Czechoslovakia. With the Nazi takeover of the country, Krása and other Czech Jews (including children) were sent to the concentration camp in Terezín. The piano score for Brundibár was subsequently smuggled into the camp where it was performed at least 55 times by camp children, including a performance for the International Red Cross Inspectors on June 23, 1944.
Auditions for LA Opera Camp 2012 will be held in Spring 2012. If you would like to be notified of future Opera Camp auditions, please CLICK HERE to be added to the notification list.
Generous Support for Opera Camp provided by the Maxwell H. Gluck Foundation
WIN A FREE MINI-SUBSCRIPTION TO OPENING NIGHTS AT THE OPERA!
High school students (grades 9-12) with an interest in opera, music, costume and lighting design, theater, storytelling, performance and/or visual art are invited to apply to win a mini-subscription package to LA Opera's 2011-12 Season. The winner will come to opening performances of four famous operas with a parent or guardian. Scholarship recipients will also be invited to "behind-the-scenes" events.
This year's mini-subscription:
Roméo et Juliette by Charles Gounod
Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 2pm. Pre-performance talk at 1pm.
Simon Boccanegra by Giuseppe Verdi
Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 7:30pm. Pre-performance talk at 6:30pm.
Albert Herring by Benjamin Britten
Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 7:30pm. Pre-performance talk at 6:30pm.
La Bohème by Giacomo Puccini
Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 7:30pm. Closing dinner at 5:45pm.
Program Details
Accepted students and their guardians are required to attend all four opera performances as well as a mandatory orientation meeting on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 12:30pm.
How to Apply: Complete an essay on "Why I Want to Attend the Opera" and fill out and return the program application via e-mail or by post.
College and university faculty can give their students an inside look at how opera productions are put together. This is a great opportunity for students who are studying opera, theater/performing arts, and/or music. Rehearsal viewings can be further enhanced with a visit from LA Opera's Community Educators. There are also possibilities of meeting with LA Opera staff members during the visit.
Dates: Schedules vary depending on main stage rehearsals. Contact us for more information.
Fee: Free of charge.
Deadline: Bookings are ongoing and based on availability.
For more information and availability, please CLICK HERE to contact us via email or call (213) 972-3157.
LA Opera invites full-time college students to join Opera U online and receive reserved Student Rush Ticket offers by email. Faculty can also sign-up for the opportunity to bring groups of 15 or more students to selected performances at the Student Rush Ticket price. Enroll today and you're on your way to experiencing some of the world's most exciting productions!
STUDENTS
If you are a full-time college student looking to learn and enjoy the amazing world of opera right here in Los Angeles, then Opera U is right for you! Register to receive exclusive email announcements for ticket offers and special events. Join today to begin your operatic experience!
Think You Know Nothing About Opera?
Did you know that some of the hottest Hollywood directors use opera music in their films to convey all extremes of emotion? Soundtracks for such familiar movies as The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, The Fifth Element, Rango, and Up all include great musical moments from opera. We invite you to experience the thrill of opera with us. Opera is passionate, spectacular and sensuous!
FACULTY
Give your students the gift of opera and receive a discounted ticket for yourself! Select tickets for $25 are available for faculty members who organize groups of 15 or more students to attend an Opera U performance.
Opera U is an easy and completely electronic way for full-time students to purchase discount tickets and receive invitations to LA Opera events. Our mission is to enable your students to see the greatest opera in the world by offering them attractive discounts.
Encourage your students to register for Opera U today!
Have a trained expert in Opera speak to your students for FREE!
Our Community Educators can introduce your students to the extraordinary world of opera. This team of trained experts can speak on any opera performed during our season or customize a talk to suit your needs. For more information please contact gcollins@laopera.com or call (213) 972-8016.
OUR POLICY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING OPERA U
Opera U is available to college and university students who register through our online registration. All students must log in using their user name, password, and the Opera U promotion code they receive via email to purchase tickets.
Each student must present a valid student I.D. when retrieving his/her ticket from Will Call the night of the performance. If a valid student ID is not presented or the name on the ID does not match the name on the account which purchased the tickets, the Box Office has the right to refuse entrance to the performance and refund your money.
Tickets are NOT transferable to another party.
Opera U tickets are sold at the discretion of the Box Office, who determines the performances, locations and number of tickets offered.
Faculty members are allowed one ticket at the Opera U price ONLY when they organize a group of 15 or more full-time students for the same performance.
Students of all ages are encouraged to start an Opera Club at your Elementary School or High School and explore opera with your teachers and classmates. An ideal activity during or after school, an Opera Club enhances any arts curriculum by giving students the opportunity to expand their study and appreciation of opera. Opera Clubs can enjoy visits from one of our Community Educators at club meetings for a variety of fun and educational activities. Opera Club participants are eligible for special benefits, including complimentary dress rehearsal and/or performance tickets when available.
Program Details:
The teacher/advisor must develop a plan of activities and act as the coordinator.
Fee: This program is free of charge
Application:
Contact us for application information. All applicants are required to attend a special meeting to be announced. A limited number of schools can participate in this program.
