Youth Auditions for Opera Omaha's 26/27 Season
Announcing Youth Auditions for Opera Omaha's 26/27 Season!
Opera Omaha will hold auditions for two productions featuring the Opera Omaha Children's Chorus, as well as a featured youth role.
When:
Monday, February 23, 2026 | 6:00PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2:00PM – 5:00PM
Callbacks will be on Thursday, April 16 from 6-8PM and Saturday, April 18 from 2-5PM.
Where:
Opera Omaha Leavenworth Studio
2215 Leavenworth Street, Omaha, NE
Audition Requirements:
Prepare one piece in a language of your choice (no longer than 5 minutes) showcasing your vocal range and ability.
A pianist will be provided by Opera Omaha. Please bring a printed or hard copy of your music for the pianist. No iPads, please.
You may provide a headshot and resume if you would like.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR AN AUDITION
Deadline to register is February 2, 2026
Audition times and information will be confirmed by Feb 11, 2026.
Opera Omaha Children’s Chorus Roster
The Opera Omaha Children’s Chorus is an ensemble of local, youth singer-actors living across Nebraska and Iowa who will participate in Opera Omaha's 26/27 Season productions which include a children's chorus. The Children’s Chorus is under the direction of Head of Music, Josh Quinn. Children’s Chorus members are paid a stipend ranging from $300-$400 per production, which is inclusive of rehearsals, costume fittings, and performances. Rehearsals typically take place on weekends and weekday nights during the month-long production period. The roster will consist of youth who will perform in at least one production during the season.
Details for the children’s chorus and named roles:
Age Range: 10–18 years old (younger children with the ability to read music and a strong vocal range will also be considered)
Vocal Range: Treble
No gender preference for these roles
Please reach out to Artistic Operations Coordinator, Trisha Berquist at tberquist@operaomaha.org if you have any questions.
We look forward to seeing you at the auditions!