Foundation Studio
High school learners, of all voice types, grades 8-10, are invited to audition for Cape Town Opera’s Foundation Studio. The Foundation Studio is aimed at high school learners interested in developing their singing and music theory skills to progress to tertiary education in opera and classical singing 🎶
The Foundation Studio aims to give high school learners access to music literacy courses that their schools cannot offer. The programme provides, on a weekly basis, vocal lessons, theory lessons, keyboard studies, aural training, meals, transport between school, home, and Cape Town Opera’s offices, and all materials needed, including stationery. Ensuring learners have the necessary skills to enter tertiary education institutions is the Foundation Studio’s primary goal.
Audition Details
- Dates | 6-7 August 2026
- Time | 15:00-18:00
- Venue | Artscape Theatre Centre
- A minimum of 65% aggregate at school. Please provide a copy of your school results for 2025 (term 1-4) and 2026 (term 1-2)
- Learners can audition with one or two contrasting, unaccompanied or accompanied arias/ songs.
- A pianist will be provided if needed. Sheet music should be submitted with the application form.
- All applicants will be given an audition date and time.
- Please note: no walk-ins will be permitted.
- Learners who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be invited to audition.