Young People
Our programs for young people are designed to offer a gateway to discover opera, making this art form accessible to those who might not otherwise have the chance to experience it. Whether you’re passionate about performing, or behind-the-scenes work, we provide a range of opportunities designed to inspire and help develop skills for the future generations of opera.
Youth Company
Garsington Opera’s Youth Company provides young people aged 9-19 with the opportunity to develop their creative skills and confidence through the exciting world of opera in a collaborative and welcoming environment.
Discovery Workshops
Our workshops will give you the opportunity to explore different areas of opera and theatre in a series of one-day workshops. With everything from singing to set design, it’s a great way to explore your own creativity working with professionals from the industry.
Production Arts
Garsington Opera offers a training pathway for the next generation of production arts including Stage Management, Lighting, Scenic Design and Costume. There are many opportunities for a variety of ages from work experience to seasonal roles available.
Arts Award
We provide the chance for young people up to age 25 and under who are a part of our Youth Company to participate in the Arts Award to develop their creativity and leadership skills based around a project.
Work Experience Opportunities
Each year, we offer a week of intensive work experience for a limited number of young people between the ages of 16 and 18. It’s a great chance to find out how a producing theatre works and to highlight the many career opportunities in producing and making shows, in our case particularly opera.
Youth Company Production Arts
We offer opportunities to experience first-hand how an opera company works, as well as hands on experience working with a professional from the industry.
Careers in Opera
Think you know what kind of jobs are offered by an opera company? Have a look at this list and you may be a little surprised at the variety.
GO≤35
Are you 35 years old or under and interested in attending our Festival? Become a GO≤35 Member to have access to discounted tickets and priority booking before the public.
