The Berlin Opera Academy 2023 is the premier European opera training program for singers providing practical professional instruction to emerging artists in the most operatically important city in the world.

Berlin Opera Academy Singers, Musicians & Apprentices prepare four fully-staged operas and a public concert series in the context of the Opernfest summer opera festival. The festival presents traditional operas in unique Berlin spaces, challenging the relationship between performer and audience.

All rehearsals, classes, workshops and auditions of the Berlin Opera Academy 2023 are held at Musikschule Köpenick, Friends of Joseph Schmidt, Freiheit 15, 12555 in one of Berlin’s most beloved quarters. Enjoy local cafes and strolls along the river between rehearsals to practice your German and soak in the local culture.

Experience the vibrant culture of Berlin by choosing an apartment near our studios. Immerse yourself in the local scene by visiting popular restaurants, bars, museums, theaters, and even three world-class opera houses. Meet with fellow musicians and make memories that will last a lifetime.