One of the most beloved jewels in the COC crown is the COC Ensemble Studio: Canada's premier training program for young opera professionals. Founded in 1980, the Ensemble Studio provides advanced instruction, hands-on experience, and the practical career development skills necessary to succeed as a self-employed artist in a highly competitive international environment.

On November 3, 2015, the Canadian Opera Company’s fundraising gala Centre Stage takes place at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, featuring the competitive vocal showcase of the COC’s Ensemble Studio Competition. The Ensemble Studio Competition features singers from the final round of auditions for the COC Ensemble Studio. 

Competing before a public audience, for cash prizes ranging in value from $1,500 – $5,000, finalists in the Ensemble Studio Competition perform from the mainstage of the Four Seasons Centre, accompanied by the internationally acclaimed COC Orchestra conducted by COC Music Director Johannes Debus. 

Think you have what it takes to be Canada's next opera star? Check out the Centre Stage webpage here and then apply here today! Send in your submissions quickly though, as applications close on September 13, 2015.

 

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CENTRE STAGE: Ensemble Studio Competition
November 3, 2015

Apply online at coc.ca by September 13, 2015

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