The 2nd Biennial Sector Summit - 22 October 2026, Convene County Hall, London
THE BUSINESS
OF OPERA
Purpose, passion, performance: shaping opera's next decade
Gathering together to shape opera's sustainable future
The Business of Opera Summit brings the sector together around a shared challenge: how to sustain what is most valuable in opera while adapting and evolving for the years ahead.
This year's summit builds on the momentum of the inaugural event through four guiding themes:
Purpose - strengthening identity, collaboration and collective ambition.
Passion - championing the artistry and talent at the heart of the industry.
Performance - turning ideas into action, building a more resilient future for opera.
Potential - exploring technology, innovation and new pathways for the sector's long-term future.
Join peers from across the sector, forge new collaborations and explore new ways of working as we shape opera’s next chapter together.


Partnership Opportunities
Partnering with the Business of Opera Summit is an opportunity to support meaningful progress across the sector while connecting with those shaping its future.
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