American Opera Projects

AOP Programs

“The music was much more accessible than I expected it might be.  The best part was actually witnessing a work in process and listening to the composer and librettist talk about it and some of the problems they faced and decisions they made.  I hope I will be able to attend the next workshop in the fall.  I'd like to hear it again.”  - AOP audience member

Composers & the Voice

The nationally recognized Composers & the Voice Workshop Series annually selects six composers to work with the company’s Resident Ensemble of Singers. The primary focus of the Composers & the Voice Series is to give composers extensive experience working collaboratively with singers on writing for the voice. more...

First Chance Series
AOP’s seasonal program First Chance allows composers and librettists to hear their work in part or in full for the first time before an audience, with live singers and accompaniment. American Opera Projects does not simply bring great operas to the public – we involve them every step of the way.

The program allows the participation of audience members to help hone and adapt new works. Through question and answer sessions to collecting personal feedback, we help artists discover their own unique voices and discover the unique ears for which they are creating.

Creating the Dramatic Character for Opera
A 7-week series of classes focusing on dramatic preparation, interpretation and performance of operatic literature and songs, led by dynamic soprano, Lauren Flanigan. more...

Libretto Reading Series
Focusing exclusively on the art of the libretto, AOP has created The Libretto Reading Series. Under the supervision of director Ned Canty, the program provides librettists (and composers) an opportunity to hear a new work read aloud, to discuss its structure, characters, themes, and pacing, and then to develop it over a period of time through workshops and creative sessions.

On the Edge
On the Edge is a new producing partnership of Opera and Music-Theatre companies comprised of American Opera Projects, Center for Contemporary Opera, Encompass New Opera Theatre and Music-Theatre Group.

Apprentice Program
The American Opera Projects Apprentice Program allows aspiring artists and arts managers with an interest in new opera a chance to develop their skills in an apprenticeship with the company’s artistic and executive directors as well as to experience the inner workings of an independent and creative not-for-profit organization in New York City. more...

American Opera Projects workshops, productions, and programs are made possible by contributions from the following organizations:

AOP Current Projects


Darkling
 

The Golden Gate
 

Heart of Darkness
 

Lost Childhood


Séance on a Wet Afternoon
 

Sharon's Grave
 

The Summer King
 

This is the Rill Speaking
 

Unruly Horses


The Walled-Up Wife

Past Projects

Many of American Opera Projects' past works are ideal for production by other companies. If you are a producer and see something that is of interest to you, please contact us.   We will be happy to send materials, or put you in direct contact with the creators.

See Past Projects

 

Home | Events | News | Projects & Programs | Submissions | AOP Blog | Artists | Press | About AOP

American Opera Projects, Inc. • 138 South Oxford Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Call 718.398.4024 • info@operaprojects.org