Opera Festival

THE CONSUL

July 18-19, 2020 • State Playhouse Theatre, Los Angeles

OPERA POTPOURRI

July 31 – August 1, 2020 • State Playhouse Theatre, Los Angeles

The Emerging Professional and Studio Artist programs are very different from each other. Although the singer’s level, skill set and experience are factors, these may not determine which program is a better fit.

If you audition for the Emerging Professional Program, you are automatically considered for the Studio Artist Program as well.

EMERGING PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

June 29 – July 19, 2020 • California State University, Los Angeles

• is a three-week opera intensive for exceptional emerging professional singers (all voice types are welcome) with a focus on performance

• is suited for singers who typically hold a graduate degree and have sung leading roles with regional opera companies, demonstrating substantial performing experience beyond school productions

• features leading roles in Menotti’s The Consul, a fully staged production with professional orchestra at the renovated State Playhouse
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• offers masterclasses and extensive coaching

• professional networking

• provides a full tuition waiver, a stipend and free housing

STUDIO ARTIST PROGRAM

June 22 – August 1, 2020 • California State University, Los Angeles

• is a six-week opera intensive program that bridges the gap between the university and the professional stage

• is suited for singers who are currently enrolled in or have already completed their academic training

• features
  • leading, supporting and cover roles (depending on level) in Menotti’s The Consul, a fully staged production with professional orchestra at the renovated State Playhouse
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  • partial leading roles in Opera Potpourri, a fully staged production of opera excerpts with professional chamber orchestra
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    Opera Potpourri

    Angels Vocal Art’s singers take center stage for two spectacular evenings of celebrated opera excerpts. Featuring arias and ensembles from Mozart to modern-day composers, singers will perform with chamber orchestra led by AVA Artistic Director Kristof Van Grysperre, with staging by directors Mark Lamanna and Carson Gilmore.

• offers intensive training through:
  • coaching & role preparation
  • interactive career development workshops
  • acting (including stage combat and commedia dell’arte)
  • meditation and self-care for singers

• provides an opportunity to create a complete professional audition package, including
  • promotional materials and portfolio
  • audition repertoire selection and coaching
  • mock auditions with instant feedback
  • a recording session resulting in a polished, professional audition video

• limited scholarships available

 DAILY ACTIVITIES

• Music & staging rehearsals

• Coaching by world-class faculty
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• Meditation & Thought Exercises
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• Career development:
  • For Advanced Studio Artists – Poised for Success: Career Positioning for Professional Singers
  • For Studio Artists – From Collegiate to Professional: Career Launching for Professional Singers
  • Classes & workshops focusing on:
    1. Determining your purpose and mission as an artist
    2. Defining success and establishing attainable career goals
    3. Assessment and valuation of marketable artistic skills
    4. Building a support system to help reach your goals
    5. Discussion of individual challenges and personalized career advice
    6. Practical advice on business and financial aspects of the singing career
    7. Managing professional materials and social media for career advancement
    8. Sourcing professional performance opportunities at each stage of your career
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• Acting & Movement for the stage: This course provides fundamental tools and approaches that can become part of the singer’s lifelong “toolbox” for all genres and styles of music and production. Includes specialty classes in Commedia dell’Arte and Stage Combat.
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SAMPLE SCHEDULE

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES

The Cal State LA campus is located in the heart of Los Angeles, a thriving multicultural metropolis with beautiful beaches and ideal summer weather. The campus is easily accessible by metro/bus for SoCal residents.

Housing is available for out-of-town artists. Apartments have either two or four bedrooms. Guests may choose double occupancy (two people per bedroom) or single occupancy (one person per bedroom). Two-bedroom apartments have one shared bathroom and four-bedroom apartments have two shared bathrooms. Each apartment has a fully furnished living and dining room, as well as a storage room. Kitchens have a stove, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher. Recreation includes a game room with a pool table, ping-pong table and television, a basketball court, sand volleyball court and several spacious open lawn areas for outdoor activities.

→ Emerging Professional Artists

• Application fee (non-refundable) : $69

• Full tuition waiver

• $500 stipend provided

• Free housing to out-of-town participants

→ Studio Artists

• Application fee (non-refundable) : $39

• Tuition: $2,600. We understand what it takes to invest in your career and we want to help! After enrollment, all participants will receive a list with Angels Vocal Art’s unique fundraising ideas, which will be further developed and personalized during the program.
  • A non-refundable $500 deposit is due upon acceptance into the program.
  • Flexible payment plans
  • Limited number of partial scholarships available

• OPTIONAL on-campus apartment rentals
  • Triple occupancy – shared bath (very limited availability) : $1,390
  • Double occupancy – shared bath: $1,680
  • Single occupancy – shared bath: $1,970
  • Optional linen package: $50

• A partial tuition refund of $1,000 will be given if notified in writing and received by May 1st. After May 1st, no refunds will be given for any reason on any portion of the fees (tuition, housing), including the non-refundable $500 deposit.

Payments can be made by credit card, PayPal, check or cash.

Ready for a wonderful summer program? Any questions? Just send us an email: info@angelsvocalart.org

“I’m leaving inspired, full of passion with new skills to share with the world.”
– Angela Zúñiga

“It was the most positive operatic experience I have ever had.”
– Jenny Ahn

“The experience was eye-opening and life changing.”
– Joann Wyse

Co-sponsored by the Cal State LA College of Arts & Letters and the Department of Music, Theatre & Dance.