ON Youth Activity: Young Creatives & Youth Artists

Opera North Children’s Chorus (8 – 14 year olds) Weekly sessions, September to June

In addition to Young Creatives and Youth Artists, Opera North delivers a range of out of school activity for children and young people in Leeds.

For more information about these projects, or the wide range of other activities we deliver, please contact Opera North Education: Tel: 0113 2233520 education@operanorth.co.uk operanorth.co.uk/education Opera North’s Youth Activity is supported by: Backstage Trust The Liz and Terry Bramall Foundation The Carntyne Trust The Opera North Future Fund Sir George Martin Trust The Bernarr Rainbow Trust The Charles & Elsie Sykes Trust Whitaker Charitable Trust

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Opera North Children’s Chorus provides opportunities for children to develop outstanding vocal technique and musicianship skills whilst making new friends and developing a life-long love of singing. Expert training and guidance from professional vocal leaders, directors and movement specialists enables children to develop a range of performance skills, with concerts throughout the year both locally and nationally, alongside professionals such as the Opera North Orchestra and Chorus.

Opera North Youth Chorus (14 – 19 year olds) Weekly sessions, September to March + additional activity & summer residency

The Opera North Youth Chorus gives young people the skills and experience to become well-rounded performers. As well as developing their singing voices and musicianship skills with dedicated vocal leaders, members also work with professional directors to develop skills in drama and stagecraft. Members also have the chance to join the Opera North Youth Company in a summer residential, where they will perform in a production, in professional performance spaces.

Verve Club (16 – 25 year olds)

Monthly Sessions, September to June The Verve Club is open to young adults with ASD or communication difficulties, providing an inspiring and supportive environment for young people to engage with the arts. Members explore a range of art forms to develop skills, raise aspirations and increase independence & social interaction.

Young Creatives For ages 8 – 14

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‘I have learnt loads about acting, composing and singing. It was a very special experience and one I will always remember.’

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‘Opera North has definitely helped with my daughter’s confidence and I would definitely recommend them to other children with a passion for theatre.’

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To receive further information about Opera North’s Young Creatives project please complete the expression of interest form attached.

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Opera North’s Young Creatives project provides young people aged 8 – 14 with the opportunity to develop as performers and creative thinkers. Open to young people of all levels of interest and experience, this is the ideal project for those that are new to the arts or want to improve their skills in singing and performance.

Opera North’s Youth Artists programme is ideal for young people who don’t necessarily wish to perform – it prepares young people aged 15 – 21 for a career in the arts by introducing them to the career paths available, offering work experience opportunities and providing an artistic outlet for all types of creative individuals.

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Monthly sessions provide young people with the chance to explore various artistic disciplines and related careers, as well as developing skills that will build confidence and improve employability. These skills are then put into practice by creating exciting art and curating events – there is even the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification through Arts Award.

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During term 1, young people will work with a team of professional artists to explore opera and the many art forms it includes, such as singing, acting, design, creative writing and performance.

Young people will write, stage and perform their own songs and also have the chance to showcase their other creative talents.

During term 2, young people will work with an experienced Vocal Leader and Director to really hone their performance skills, with the chance to perform their very own concert at the end of the term. This is the ideal training ground for any young people wishing to audition for the Opera North Children’s Chorus. Young people are welcome to take part in term 1, 2 or the whole project.

This project is open to all young people regardless of background, ability or experience. Membership fees apply but we are able to offer financial assistance to ensure that costs do not create a barrier to taking part.

‘We all have the same interests and because we are one group who work together we have become like a big family who look out for each other.’

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‘My daughter is immensely enjoying working with the group and feels that it is very important to her development as a young artist.’

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Young people will also have the chance to be a part of the Opera North Youth Company, where they can work behind the scenes alongside industry professionals to create a professional piece of musical theatre especially for young performers and audiences.

To receive further information about Opera North’s Youth Artists programme please complete the expression of interest form attached.

This programme is open to all young people regardless of background, ability or experience, but an interest in the arts is essential. Membership fees apply but we are able to offer financial assistance to ensure that costs do not create a barrier to taking part.

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If you require further information, please contact the Opera North Education Department on: 0113 22 33 520 or education@operanorth.co.uk. You can also apply online at: www.operanorth.co.uk/education Opera North is committed to equal opportunities. If you have any queries about accessibility please contact us.