Program Structure

Camerata Bardi International Academy offers a unique, immersive program that prepares young artists for the demands of a professional stage. Designed for emerging singers, this program provides hands-on experience in a dynamic and often challenging environment while transforming your vocalism and artistic skills under the guidance of some of the best teachers and coaches in the industry.
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The program is divided into two stages:

STAGE ONE- LYRIC AND BUSINESS LABORATORY (In-Person and Online)
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2025 Updates:
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This year, our first production dates will focus on in-person workshops, mock auditions, masterclasses, coaching sessions, and musical rehearsals. Each opera within the program is paired with a specialized curriculum and guided by our International Faculty, composed of elite industry professionals and acclaimed opera singers dedicated to nurturing young talent.

Participants will delve into operatic diction, dramatic interpretation, style, and repertoire. Additionally, our Industry Development Seminars provide essential career insights, covering topics like self-marketing, effective social media strategies, networking, branding, self-filming, financial planning, and professional presentation—all crucial skills for thriving in today’s fast-paced digital world. Our teaching and coaching staff, and conductors are among the finest seasoned professionals in the World, from Metropolitan Opera, Dallas Opera, Teatro Alla Scala, Palm Beach Opera, Lombardo Associates, Athole Still Artists etc. .
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To learn more about our esteemed faculty, visit our FACULTY PAGE

STAGE TWO - PERFORMANCES
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Young Artists will prepare to perform a fully-staged production. In the 10-15 days leading up to performances, Artists will take part in staging, musical rehearsals, lectures and masterclasses led by stage directors and conductors with recognized expertise and experience in the operatic world. The culmination of stage two will be performances in theaters and festivals in Europe and the US.

Our teaching and coaching staff, and conductors are among the finest seasoned professionals in the World, from Metropolitan Opera, Dallas Opera, Teatro Alla Scala, Palm Beach Opera, Lombardo Associates, Athole Still Artists etc.

Almost all participants have received or are scheduled to receive paid performance opportunities in the 2021-2025 seasons with Teatro Grattacielo and Harrison Friends of the Opera. Between 2021 and 2023, our partners handed out 46 contracts, with two participants securing fest contracts in Europe. This approach helps us promote you, provide valuable performance experience, and offer a chance to earn back part of your tuition. Notable contracts include The 10 Faces of Maria Callas, Teatro Grattacielo's La Vestale at the Gerald Lynch Theater, Beyond the Horizon (2024), Opera Columbus, Rossini Opera Festival, Teatro Massimo di Palermo, and Light Opera of NJ. Additionally, three Elixir of Love singers secured representation with major agents after their performances in NYC and Crete in 2024.

Our Partners:
TEATRO GRATTACIELO
CULTURAL AND CONFERENCE CENTER OF CRETE
PHOENICIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE VOICE
RHODES INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
APOLLON THEATER, SYROS
HARRISON FRIENDS OF THE OPERA
ATHENS PHILHARMONIA

All 2025 participants will be under consideration for roles in Teatro Grattacielo's 2025 World Premiere of "The Tin Angel" by Daniel Asia.
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Saturday, June 28 | 6pm
Sunday, June 29 | 3pm
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MUSIC BY Daniel Asia
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​LIBRETTO BY Paul Pines
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LOCATION Ellen Stewart Theater, La MaMa, creative shares | 66 East 4th Street, New York NY

LAST DAY FOR SUBMISSIONS: Friday, December 27th, 2024.

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2025-26

W. A. Mozart: Le Nozze di Figaro - several dates and locations in the US and Italy

NEW YORK CITY

PROGRAM AND PRODUCTION DATES IN NEW YORK CITY *
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July 11th to 27th, 2025
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* first program dates will be dedicated to in-person masterclasses, coaching and musical rehearsals.

NEW YORK CITY PERFORMANCES:

July 25th - 26th & 27th, 2025

The Downstairs Theater, La MaMa
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CONDUCTOR: Abdiel Vasquez, Dallas Opera
DIRECTOR: Stefanos Koroneos, Director, Artistic Director Teatro Grattacielo
SET DESIGNER: TBD
COSTUME DESIGNER: TBD
LIGHTING DESIGNER: TBA
ORCHESTRA: The Teatro Grattacielo Orchestra

ITALY

PROGRAM AND PRODUCTION DATES IN ORATINO/CAMPOBASSO *
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August 18th to 31st, 2025
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* first program dates will be dedicated to in-person masterclasses, coaching and musical rehearsals. You will need to be in Campobasso starting Sunday, August 17th or Monday, August 18th at the latest. .
In collaboration with: OperaStudo Molise

ITALIAN PERFORMANCES:

August 30th & 31st, 2025
Teatro Savoia - Campobasso
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CONDUCTOR: Stefano Teani, Sarasota Opera
DIRECTOR: Stefanos Koroneos, Director, Artistic Director Teatro Grattacielo
SET DESIGNER: TBD
COSTUMES DESIGNER: TBD
LIGHTING DESIGNER: TBD
ORCHESTRA:

Teatro Savoia | Campobasso

P. Mascagni: L' Amico Fritz

NEW YORK CITY

PROGRAM AND PRODUCTION DATES IN NEW YORK CITY *
July 6th to July 20th, 2025
* * first program dates will be dedicated to in-person masterclasses, coaching and musical rehearsals.

NEW YORK CITY PERFORMANCES
July 19th & 20th, 2025
The Downstairs Theater, La MaMa, creative shares
CONDUCTOR: Andy Anderson, Music Director Opera Idaho
DIRECTOR: Anna Laura Miszerak, Wexford Festival Opera
SET DESIGNER: Taylor Friel
COSTUME DESIGNER:
LIGHTING DESIGNER: TBA
ORCHESTRA:The Teatro Grattacielo Orchestra

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The Lyric and Business Laboratory - Online portion only *

*IMPORTANT NOTICE: At the beginning of each production, whether in the U.S. or Italy, the first days will be dedicated to in-person lessons, masterclasses, recitative workshops, and musical rehearsals.

Monday, June 30th to Saturday, July 5th 2025.

LE NOZZE DI FIGARO AND L' AMICO FRITZ
Our focus is developing you as a singing actor, giving you comfort and space to grow on stage, while fast-tracking your language, stage and marketing skills.
This program does not focus on developing vocal technique from the ground-up. We accept Young Artists who, we feel, already have a strong vocal foundation and are in need of some fine-tuning.

The culmination of this program will be fully staged performances and in-person masterclasses of LE NOZZE DI FIGARO and L' AMICO FRITZ listed on our 2005-26 Season.
We are forming complete casts and cover casts for several European and US Festivals and locations (more to be announced soon).
The Artistic Direction of Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy and Teatro Grattacielo reserves the right to decide first and second cast assignments.

Available Roles for Young Artists

LE NOZZE DI FIGARO - New York City - 3 Principal casts and one Cover cast
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PRINCIPAL CAST
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Sussana, soprano
Countess, soprano
Cherubino, mezzo soprano, countertenor or tenor
Figaro, bass, bass-baritone or baritone
Count, baritone, bass baritone
Don Basilio & Don Curzio, tenor
* Marcellina, soprano or mezzo soprano
* Don Bartolo, bass or bass-baritone
**For both Don Curzio and Marcellina, this production will include their Act 4 arias. .
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COVER CAST
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Sussana, soprano*
Countess, soprano*
Cherubino, mezzo soprano, countertenor or tenor *
Figaro, bass, bass-baritone or baritone*
Count, baritone, bass baritone *
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* cover sopranos and mezzos will sing the role of Barbarina, cover bass, bass baritone or baritone will sing the role of Antonio.

LE NOZZE DI FIGARO- Campobasso (Italy) - 2 Principal casts
Sussana, soprano
Countess, soprano
Cherubino, mezzo soprano, countertenor or tenor
Figaro, bass, bass-baritone or baritone
Count, baritone, bass baritone
Don Basilio & Don Curzio, tenor
* Marcellina, soprano or mezzo soprano
* Don Bartolo, bass or bass-baritone
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**For both Don Curzio and Marcellina, this production will include their Act 4 arias.

L' AMICO FRITZ
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PRINCIPAL CAST
Suzel, soprano
Fritz, tenor
Beppe, mezzo soprano
David, baritone
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COVER CAST
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Suzel, soprano*
Fritz, tenor*
Beppe, mezzo soprano *
David, baritone*
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* cover Suzel and Beppe will sing the role of Caterina, cover Fritz will sing the role of Federico & cover David will sing the role of Hanezo.

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Admissions

The Program is open to young, upcoming opera singers who are interested in deepening their knowledge of the specific opera roles offered in our 20250-26 Season, who are ready to debut those roles on stage and who are ready to grow artistically. Our mission is to pay particular attention to each and every participant and to ensure that by the end of this program, not only have they had an important debut, but are also ready to be a part of the professional, fast-paced world of opera.

Tuitions

LE NOZZE DI FIGARO - US AND ITALY**
PRINCIPAL CAST
Suzanna, Counters, Cherubino, Figaro and Count | $3,150
Marcellina, Don Bartolo and Don Basilio/Don Curzio| $2,100
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COVER CAST
Suzanna, Counters, Cherubino, Figaro and Count * | $1,000
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*cover cast will sing Barbarina and Antonio ** NY and Italy are two different programs with individual fees. If you are applying for both, keep in mind that each of these programs has a separate fee.

L'AMICO FRITZ
Suzel, Fritz & Beppe | $3,100
David | $2,600
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COVER CAST
* Suzel, Fritz, Beppe & David | $1,000
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*cover cast will sing the roles of Caterina, Federico and Hanezo.

SCHOLARSHIPS

We will be offering four (4) scholarships, of $1,000 each, courtesy of an anonymous donor.

Our tuition includes:
> All one-on-one workshops, coaching and lessons.
> Targeted role mentoring program
> All Industry Development Seminars which will focus on valuable career insights such as Self-Marketing, selecting the right social media practices, networking , self-filming, branding, and overall professional presentation.
> Italian coachings
> Branding workshops
> Accommodations in double occupancy (Hotel or Airbnb, TBD)

TUITION DOES NOT INCLUDE AIRFARES.
> Registration Fee | There is no registration fee.
> Payment schedule | Tuition payments are divided in two equal parts. The first payment the first day of your admission and the second payment at the first day of the program.
> Refund policies and disclaimers | Camerata Bardi International Academy commits to contracts to secure faculty, production stage director, creative crew and housing for our participants. Therefore, once paid, tuition and fees are non-refundable. There are no exceptions to this policy. Performances have already been booked with our partner-companies and plans are being laid out for fully staged performances.
> Contracts | This is a small boutique program. All our participants will be offered performances and contracts.
> Force Majeure | Camerata Bardi International Academy shall have no liability whatsoever to the Artist if the Performance cannot go forward because of circumstances beyond the Producer’s reasonable control including, without limitation, acts of God, pandemic, terrorist acts, shortage of supply, breakdowns or malfunctions, blackouts, labor difficulties, war or civil unrest. However, Camerata Bardi International Academy will reschedule such performances.

READY TO APPLY? FOLLOW THE LINK OF THE OPERA YOU'D LIKE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AND FILL OUT THE FORM
> Le Nozze di Figaro, New York City ONLY
> Le Nozze di Figaro, Italy ONLY
> L'Amico Fritz, New York

REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR YOUTUBE VIDEO:
> Video must not be older than 1 year
> We do not accept Dropbox submissions
The Artistic Direction reserves the right to invite candidates to a Live or via Zoom audition.

THERE IS NO APPLICATION FEE

Accomplishments

Since 2021, Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy has presented a diverse range of productions, including works by Donizetti, Mozart, Bizet, and others across various venues in the U.S. and Europe. Highlights include the world premiere of Nicolas Flagello's Beyond the Horizon, a production of W. A. Mozart's Don Giovanni and G. Bizet's Carmen. The Academy also hosted the Camerata Bardi International Competition and partnered with global festivals for innovative co-productions, enhancing its impact on opera education and performance. For more details, visit our Season page.

Recent Productions

Beyond The Horizon - World Premiere

September 15th, 2024

L'Elisir D'Amore - NYC

June 1st and 2nd, 2024

L'Elisir D'Amore - Greece

April 18th, 19th, 20th & 21st, 2024

Carmen

May 11th, 12th, 13th & 14th, 2023

Don Giovanni

Friday, June 16th & Saturday, June 17th, 2023

The 10 Faces of Maria Callas - New York City

Don Giovanni

April 29th and 30th, 2022

Don Giovanni

August 5th, 2022

Phoenicia International Festival of the Voice

Don Giovanni

September 7th and 8th, 2022

RHODES INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

R. Zandonai | Giulietta e Romeo

June 4th and 5th, 2022

Teatro Grattacielo at Battery Park City

Previous Seasons and Program History

More information about the season and past shows is available on our Season page!

Listen to Previous Young Artists

TEATRO GRATTACIELO 2021 ANNUAL GALA

Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy 2020 production | George Frideric Handel, Messiah |Filmed entirely during pandemic-related lockdown

TESTIMONIALS

Working hand in hand with Teatro Grattacielo has definitely marked a before and after in my performance practice and life; It has been that bridge between being a student and being a professional. I have been given multiple opportunities to grow in a safe, nurturing environment and I'm very fortunate to have mentors in the company that push and challenge me to become the artist they know I have the potential to be.

CLARA LUZ IRANZO, SOPRANO

It has been definitely one of the most memorable experiences of my life! I had the opportunity to meet, work with, and learn from beautiful people and of course I had the absolute pleasure to present Arbace on stage. I keep these great memories in my heart.

MARIOS MANIATOPOULOS, TENOR

While the world shut down due the pandemic, Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy found a way to keep its masterclasses, programming, rehearsals and mentorship alive. The program provided me with structure that kept me focused on my vocal development, gave me access to experts in the opera field and culminated in a professional level performance in Crete that was fully-staged with orchestra under the baton of an influential and world-renowned conductor. The experience served as an incredible spring board for next steps in my career and I am truly grateful to have been a part of the program.

KIRSTEN SCOTT, MEZZO SOPRANO

I had such an amazing experience on Idomeneo that it was hard to think what else is going to live up to that. Seeing people come out from all over, sing beautifully, most importantly sharing their art with the rest was amazing. Stefanos Koroneos is one of a kind.

EVA MARCO, SOPRANO

My time with Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy exceeded all my expectations - from the quality of the classes to the quality of our final show which was a fully professional production despite the price of this programme being one of the lowests I have come across. Everyone has been supportive but also honest and realistic with their advice to me which I appreciate a lot.

KRISTEL KNUDSEN, SOPRANO

Being a young artist at Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy and Teatro Grattacielo has been a real honor, because Mr. Stefanos Koroneos and his team always work at their very best to provide amazing opportunities to their singers. Being a part of their professional production of Idomeneo will definitely be one of the most unforgettable experiences in my career.

ZARA WING-KWAN CHUNG, SOPRANO

"Thanks to my time under the continued mentorship of the professional singers, conductors and artistic director of the Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy, I am a stronger, more polished and confident singing actress. I deeply appreciate the respectful, [Covid] safe and supportive atmosphere in which all the classes and rehearsals are conducted. Our live performances proceeded successfully and safely and I was able to learn a lot (including a gorgeous role) in a very short time. I call that a huge success!!!"

STEPHANIE LORENZ, SOPRANO

This program gave a lot of things to me, but I can tell you which one is best because I had good experience on stage from this program. We can’t buy this experience, being on stage. I think it can’t be bought with money and if singers need experience, Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy will give it you!

HYUNSOON KIM, BARITONE

My experience with Camerata bardi has influenced me with new ideas and possibilities to search for as a professional opera singer. Most importantly, it has given me the confidence to become an actress and a performer and through these qualities to support and find my true singing voice on stage.

KONSTANTINA THANOPOULOU, SOPRANO

One of the greatest highlights for me was getting to collaborate with such talented and wonderful young artists from around the world, to share the stage and some truly unforgetable moments with them. Stefanos Koroneos gave us so much support, feedback and guidance throughout the rehearsal period. Having the chance to debut one of my favourite roles, Adina, in such a high-quality production and under the baton of maestro M. Michailidis was incredibly fulfilling.

ANASTASIA PATSAKIDOU, SOPRANO