Pre-College Program with Chicago Summer Opera

High School Freshman-Senior singers interested in honing their skills as well as discovering more about opera are welcome to apply. Key features include:

Sing or cover a small role in our productions

Keeping in mind the vocal health of our young singers, those who are ready for small roles will be given a chance to do so. Our faculty is committed to ensuring a safe environment for young singers to flourish.

Sing chorus in our productions

All pre-college singers will be cast in one or more choruses from our season.

Private voice lessons

Students will have a chance to work on their vocal technique and repertoire materials in private voice lessons.

Masterclasses

A chance to witness or take part in workshops conducted by professionals such as conductors, directors, voice teachers and opera stars.

Acting workshops

An opportunity for the students to break down their roles or audition material from a dramatic perspective. The course focuses on understanding and building a character.

College application workshop

For students interested in applying for college, all you need to know about majoring in music, guidance on how to apply and how to prepare for your audition.

Audition Materials

  • Two videos of contrasting classical works, one preferably in a foreign language. Classical musical theater (Pre-1950) welcome.

  • Resume detailing your past performance experience, years of private instruction and classes taken in music.

  • Private instructor contact information.

Deadline: January 7, 2025

2025 Season

Boheme, Puccini

Magic Flute, Mozart

Lakme, Delibes

Silla, Handel

Ariadne auf Naxos, Strauss

The Medium, Menotti/ Gianni Schicchi, Puccini

Alcina, Handel

Tuition Fee
$1,850 per session

  • Audition based scholarship available. Over $150,000 in scholarship was given for the 2023 season.

  • Financial aid available

  • ​Work study available

Payments

  • $850 Deposit due 7 days after acceptance. (Non Refundable)

  • Payment 1: Due 30 Days after Acceptance

  • Payment 2: Due 60 Days after Acceptance

  • Other Payment Plans Available Upon Request

Dates
Session 1

June 17 - July 13, 2025

Session 2
July 15 - August 10, 2025

Refunds

  • More than 90 days before the start of the program - 100% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)

  • 90 - 60 days before the start of the program - 50% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)

  • 60 days before the start of the program - 0% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)