Opera Mentoring Programme

Opera Mentoring
Programme

A mentorship scheme which gives classical artists from Global Majority backgrounds the opportunity to receive one-to-one coaching from seasoned professionals.

Opera Mentoring Class of 2024

Pegasus Opera Company is proud to deliver their acclaimed opera mentoring programme for emerging artists of Global Majority heritage. This bespoke programme helps classical artists to hone their skills and navigate their next steps through the opera industry.

As well as being paired with mentors who have extensive experience in the operatic sector, mentees have the opportunity to take part in a masterclasses with leading artists of the opera world and sing in a showcase to celebrate the end of the programme. Four mentees are selected from the full cohort to take part in the Glyndebourne partnership, providing exclusive access to the summer festival and insights into life working in a world-class opera company.

The training delivered in this programme focuses on developing technique, audition/interview preparation, rehearsal room skills, and career development advice. Each mentee also receives a £350 bursary.

The programme for all mentees includes:

  • 4 one-to-one sessions with their mentor
  • 2 Masterclasses
  • Online and in-person workshops
  • 1 performance opportunity at the end of the programme
  • Opportunities to observe rehearsals and performances with a professional company
  • Feedback meeting

Applications for the 2025 cohort will be announced in the new year.

Performance
Showcase

Featuring the 23/24 Cohort

Photos by Marc Gascoigne

Glyndebourne
Partnership

Six artists from our 2023 Mentoring programme at a Masterclass with Danielle de Niese at Glyndebourne, 01 February 2024.

Glyndebourne is committed to creating a fully inclusive and diverse workplace, both on and off stage, but while talent is everywhere, opportunity is not, so we are delighted to be working with Pegasus Opera, which has a long and impressive track record in creating opportunities for artists from a wide range of backgrounds.
Stephen Langridge | Artistic Director | Glyndebourne

Participant
Feedback

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