Shaping the Future of Opera Together
The Business of Opera summit brought together the most influential innovators in the art form to advance the following aims:
- Bring opera to new audiences, making it accessible and inclusive
- Help opera to become more sustainable, encouraging innovation and collaboration
- Sustain and retain British singers in the industry
Our aim is to unleash potential through innovation and collaboration while upholding the highest standards of artistic excellence.
Here are a few of the comments from speakers at the event.
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