Opera for Peace

ABOUT OPERA FOR PEACE

Opera for Peace is a non-profit organization that develops high-level careers for the greatest talents coming from six continents, many of whom would not have had these opportunities otherwise. They in turn commit to inspiring the next generations of artists and audiences.

Our values are: artistic excellence, international reach and a passion for mentorship. Through our uniquely tailored program, including the guidance of our Ambassadors and Advisors, who are some of the greatest stars in the field, Opera for Peace Emerging Artists become leading artists in main opera houses & role models within the industry.

We select artists by their exceptional talent, motivation to succeed, commitment to helping new talents, sense of social responsibility, and their desire to become Citizen Artists who will make a positive impact on their artistic communities.

Drawing on the cultural heritage of lyric art, to which we attribute a strong unifying force, we work to develop dialogue and mutual understanding between operatic artists, offering them a professional development program and performance opportunities.

We provide special support to artists from under-resourced backgrounds across the globe, promoting social justice and accessible education.
These artists will also learn to become financially self-sufficient social entrepreneurs, acquiring a keen awareness of today’s world and what they can contribute by being part of our innovative projects. This gives them a sense of belonging and responsibility, enabling them in turn to pass on these values to their peers, their communities, and ultimately to future generations.

This “multiplier effect” will bring about a positive change that will not stop with a single artist or the world of opera, rather it can inspire a village, a region, and an entire generation of young creatives.

“The emerging opera professionals participating in Opera for Peace’s Academies come from
many different backgrounds, including war-torn countries like Ukraine, Armenia, or Iran. We
select them based on their exceptional talent and motivation to build a professional career. We also look at their commitment to supporting emerging artists and their desire to become “citizen artists” and entrepreneurs with societal responsibility. This is our “social pact,” at the very heart of our program. When we look at the work accomplished over the past three years it is clear that we have established a network and a community of unique artists, that inspire future generations of artists by becoming new models for opera on an international level.”
– Julia Lagahuzère, co-founder and General Director of Opera for Peace