Season Repertoire
Each season’s repertoire is selected in late autumn, based on the artists heard in the annual tour.
Season Dates
We do not set exact dates until we hear auditions, decide on repertoire and embark on casting. Rehearsals will begin in mid/late May, and performances may last through the third week of August 2016.
Not all Filene Young Artists are required to be present for the entire season, but you should only apply if you are available for at least two months of this mid-May to mid-August time frame.
Studio Artists, Coaching Fellows and Interns are required to be in residence for the entire season.
Please note any conflicts within the overall time frame on your application form.
Eligibility for Young Artist Program
You must either be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work in the United States through the end of August 2016.
The Application Process
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
Ways to Apply: Apply online or contact us at opera@wolftrap.org to request a PDF application.
Fees: The application process is free. If you are selected to receive an audition, you must confirm your appointment by submitting the audition fee.
Materials: Required materials include a headshot & resume; Studio Artists are also encouraged to submit a link to an unedited, live video recording via YouTube.
Audition Repertoire for Filene Young Artists
Offer 4 arias in contrasting styles and languages.
You may change audition repertoire after submitting your application. It is not necessary to notify us if you change your repertoire; just bring a copy of the revised list to the audition.
You will begin your audition with an aria of your choice. An additional selection may be requested
Audition Repertoire for Studio Artists
Prepare three contrasting selections, one of which must be in English. Any combination of art songs and arias is acceptable.
Prepare a contemporary monologue (must have been written since 1900; material from current movies or TV shows is welcome); no more than one minute long.
You will begin with the selection of your choice and will then perform your monologue. An additional selection may be requested.
For detailed information about Wolf Trap Opera auditions, please visit the WTO website.
