Scottish Opera

Opera Highlights Tour 2025: where logistics meets art 🎭 We're proud to share that our upcoming 24-date Opera Highlights tour will bring world-class opera to communities across Scotland. The secret to touring success? Everything must fit in our trusty van and be assembled in just four hours at each venue. It's a testament to the dedication of our team who have worked tirelessly since May 2024 to bring this tour to life. From January 25 to March 22, our talented quartet of singers and Music Director Joseph Beesley will bring opera magic to communities throughout Scotland - from Midmar to Stranraer - under the direction of Rebecca Meltzer. https://lnkd.in/edi7aCPb #Scotland #Opera #OperaForAll #OperaOnTour #TouringArts #ScottishOpera #OperaHighlights

On 11 December, we were delighted to welcome our Royal patron HRH The Duchess of Gloucester to our Edington Street production studios. The Duchess was greeted by our General Director, Alex Reedijk, and Chairman, Peter Lawson, and taken around the building which houses our costume, props and technical departments as well as main rehearsal space. Her Royal Highness met with members of the workshops team, Neil Haynes (Scenic Artist Supervisor) and designer takis, who were working on sets for our upcoming production of Lehár’s The Merry Widow. The tour then continued to the props department, where Marian Colquhoun (Head of Props) talked The Duchess through some of the projects currently ongoing, including a huge model crocodile for Nevada Ballet Theatre’s production of Peter Pan. Lorna Price (Head of Costume) and her team showed off some of their works in progress for shows including our new staging of Janáček’s The Makropulos Affair, which opens in February. To finish the visit, The Duchess heard our Emerging Artists, Kira Kaplan, Edward Jowle, Chloe Harris, Ross Cumming and Meghan Rhoades rehearse with composer Toby Hession and librettist Emma Jenkins for the world premiere of their new operetta, A Matter of Misconduct!, along with our Head of Music Fiona MacSherry, and cast member Jamie MacDougall. Many thanks to The Duchess for taking the time to visit, and we look forward to welcoming Her Royal Highness again soon.

Flight is about to take flight! ✈️ Our 2018 production of Jonathan Dove's Flight is winging its way to Australia for State Opera South Australia's production in May 2025. Behind the scenes, the Costume Department has been hard at work preparing for this international transfer by collating the production's costume pans ready for transportation. Production photography: James Glossop

📣Applications for our Donor Engagement Manager vacancy close on Sunday 15 December. We're looking for someone with a strong ability to utilise data analysis to forge new relationships, establish a great basis for future giving and generate new income for the Company. Whether you're passionate about the arts and fundraising, an experienced fundraiser looking for a challenge, have a wealth of experience compelling people to action via sales, or work with volunteer groups- we want to hear from you! 📩 Find out more about the role and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/eA6zGcjU 📷: James Glossop

Animated opera short, Josefine, has won the prestigious Emi Mammoliti Award for Best Short Film at the Messina Film Festival – Cinema & Opera! 🏆 Directed by our resident filmmaker Antonia Bain and animation director Sophie Bird, this short film produced in partnership with Maestro Broadcasting brings together opera and cinema in a striking culmination of art and music. With a score composed by former Emerging Artist Composer-in-Residence Samuel Bordoli, Josefine caught the jury's attention among 1,400 entries. Artistic director Ninni Panzera praised the film's perfect marriage of cinematography and opera. 🎭 The 14-minute film, inspired by Franz Kafka’s last short story ‘Josefine the Singer’, is composed by former Emerging Artist Composer-in-Residence Samuel Bordoli, with a libretto co-authored with Antonia. The executive producer is Gemma Dixon. This is just the latest accolade for the opera which has a growing list of laurels to its name, including an award win at Mannheim Arts and Film Festival and screenings in New York and Vienna. 📽 Soon, Josefine will be coming to a cinema near you! 🎞 Read more about the win, here 👇 https://lnkd.in/etiFFWaC Creative team 🎶 Conductor: Susannah Wapshott Josefine: Zoe Drummond Shoalsprites Osian Wyn Bowen, Phil Gault, Jane Monari, Frances Morrison-Allen, Colin Murray, Sarah Power, Christian Schneeberger, Sarah Shorter The Orchestra of Scottish Opera Written and Created by Antonia Bain & Samuel Bordoli Music: Samuel Bordoli Director: Antonia Bain Animation Director: Sophie Bird Executive Producer: Gemma Dixon

📣We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Development to lead our fundraising efforts and ensure sustainable income for the organisation. This role will oversee a dedicated team of seven fundraising professionals and work collaboratively across departments to drive our philanthropic strategy forward. In addition to leading the Development team, the successful candidate will play a key role in nurturing relationships with existing donors, cultivating new prospects, and ensuring a culture of philanthropy within Scottish Opera. Find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/d_CVW3QC

Congratulations to baritone, Roland Wood, who has made into 2024's Hot 100. The top 100 players in Scotland's arts and cultural scene has been announced with baritone, Roland Wood joining the prestigious list. Throughout 2024, audiences have delighted in his performances with Scottish Opera, including his commanding presence as Karl Marx in Dove’s Marx in London!, his portrayal of Creon in Stravinsky’s Oedipus Rex, and masterful interpretations of Puccini in The Puccini Collection. Congratulations to Roland and the other members of the Hot 100. List Publishing Ltd (The List Magazine)

Maintenance Support Technician Closing date for applications: Monday 2 December 2024, 5pm We are looking for a Maintenance Support Technician to assist the Maintenance Manager in managing our facilities across five sites in and around Glasgow. This role involves a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our buildings and grounds. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/g5_DXBZ

🎙️ Just in time for #NationalSelfCareWeek! Join Scottish Opera's Education Artist in Residence Lea Shaw and our podcast presenter Jamie MacDougall as they discuss The Small Magician - a new vocal education resource that allows people of all abilities and ages to explore their voice in the comfort of their own home, at their own time, and pace. Lea and Jamie also discussed Lea's singing journey from Colorado to Scottish stages, and her current tour, The Giant's Harp. Listen to the podcast here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/d4qR7rG2 A huge thank you to the team at City of Glasgow College and the supportive team of broadcast students who produced this podcast. We are looking forward to working with them again on future episodes of The Scottish Opera Podcast. More about The Small Magician 👇 Designed to be a safe way for you to explore and foster curiosity - using your voice as a form of play - these resources are free and open to all. Guided by classic pedagogy, scientific research, and Yoga and embodiment practices, The Small Magician aims to empower you to embrace your speaking and singing voice, as part of a wider sense of well-being and an awareness of mental and physical health. Discover the resources: https://lnkd.in/enVqxsEU

Today, as part of National Self-Care Week, Scottish Opera launches The Small Magician - an innovative new resource created by Education Artist in Residence, Lea Shaw. The Small Magician invites everyone to discover their voice, at their own pace, in their own way. 🥰 Find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/enVqxsEU This free programme offers a safe space to explore your natural expression through friendly video guides, audio resources, and workbooks. Drawing on classical techniques, scientific research, and Yoga practices, the resources cover everything from breath-work and texture to diction and embodiment. Whether you're curious about vocal exploration or looking to reconnect with your voice, The Small Magician provides the practices to help you discover your voice's potential, all in your own time. #NationalSelfCareWeek