Designer Resources
OPERA America offers stage, lighting and costume designers who work at companies or independently the following resources through membership.
Director-Designer Showcase
As part of a continuing effort to foster emerging opera artists, OPERA America is launching a bi-annual Director-Designer Showcase under the auspices of
The Opera Fund. The Showcase will offer direct benefits to promising stage directors and designers seeking to break into the world of opera. It is intended to bring new talent to the forefront, and connect promising directors and designers with those who are in a position to hire them.
Why Opera?
The field of opera offers a wealth of employment opportunities for designers and technical/production professionals. Learn more here.
Opera Source *
Opera Source contains the most recent information available on auditions and other upcoming events, as well as general information on thousands of mainstage, training, educational, management and competition opportunities from a range of organizations.
Workshops
OPERA America hosts professional development workshops across the country with experts from the field who provide business and career advice for emerging artists.
Making Connections
This series, held at OPERA America’s New York offices, consists of professional development and networking events for all opera artists.
Publications
OPERA America provides an array of publications for opera artists, administrators and enthusiasts including field surveys, directories and career guidance.
ArtistLink Sample
This monthly electronic newsletter contains articles, resources and upcoming opportunities for opera artists and administrators. This member benefit replaces previous artistic services publications including Voices and Opera Forum.
Job Listings
Recent job openings in the opera field are posted in this online database.
Standard Costume Measurement Form *
Created by OPERA America’s Technical/Production Committee, this measurement form is a valuable resource for companies, artist managers and singers.
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Links
Do you use other resources as well? Have a list of favorite places for artist information? Please e-mail Megan Young (
MYoung@operaaemrica.org) with suggested additions to this list.