Free Youth Opera Opportunity for Young Singers (Ages 8–11) - RBO Youth Opera Programme Applications (2026-2027)

We would like to share an exciting opportunity for young singers in London. The Royal Ballet and Opera at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden have opened applications for places on their FREE Youth Opera Programmes starting in September 2026.

They invite applications from enthusiastic young singers living in and around London who will be aged 8–11 on 1 September 2026 (currently in Years 3–5).

Young Voices Programme

Young Voices Programme 

Young singers who will be aged 8 on 1st September 2026 are invited to apply for our Young Voices programme – a FREE 6-month singing programme aimed at developing participants’ vocal skills and musical literacy. 

Youth Opera Company  

Young singers who will be aged 9-11 on 1st September 2026 are invited to apply for our Youth Opera Company programme – a FREE multi-year in-house chorus which offers all-round training in the performing arts and opportunities to audition for the children’s chorus in the Royal Opera Company’s productions.   

All applicants should be able to demonstrate:  

• A passion for and commitment to singing 

• An interest in drama and performing skills  

• An enthusiasm for teamwork and collaboration 

We particularly welcome applications from those typically under-represented within youth singing programmes including those who are from global majority heritages, lower-income backgrounds, those who are boys, and disabled children.  

For more information regarding the RBO Youth Opera Programmes and how to apply, please visit our website here: RBO Youth Opera Programmes  

Please submit your application by midnight on Sunday 10 May. Should you experience any issues completing the application form, please contact youthopera@roh.org.uk in advance of the deadline.  

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — and many thanks in advance for any help sharing this opportunity.

Best wishes,

Stephanie Waldron
L&P Opera Officer