RESEO is proud to power the 13th edition of the Best Opera for Young Audiences Award, which seeks to promote creativity in young audience opera, supporting the development of new work (new libretto and/or composition).
Soloists, groups, ensembles, operas and orchestras producing live music concerts for audiences under 18 years of age are encouraged to apply by 8 May. Productions will be selected on the grounds of composition, libretto, process, theme/ content, staging and innovation. Productions for all age groups (babies to young adults) are eligible.
YAMawards winners will receive cash prizes in the following categories:
- Best Small Ensemble (€1000)
- Best Large Ensemble – Groups of 8+ / Orchestras, etc. (€1000)
- Best Opera – Powered by RESEO (The European Network for Opera, Music & Dance Education) (€1000)
- Ebbe Høyrup’s Best School Concert (€1000)
- Best Participatory Project – Projects where the participation of young audiences / the process is the main focus (€1000)
The YAMawards also dedicates a special additional prize to the public, who can decide on their favourite nominee (out of the 20 potential productions selected by the jury) via an online vote, open one month before the YAMawards ceremony on the 29th of September.
More info here.
