The Atlanta Opera’s Competition for Emerging Artists, the annual 96-Hour Opera Project, has extended the final deadline for applications until 5 p.m., Feb. 12.
Librettists and composers from historically under-recognized communities are encouraged to apply for the competition, with the Antinori Foundation grand prize winner getting a $10,000 cash prize and a commission to complete their work for a public performance.
The 96-Hour Opera Festival, now in its third year, celebrates the artistry of emerging creative talents and offers a path into the art of opera. The festival expanded from the original composition to include developmental workshops and incubator performances of works by past competition winners.
The creative teams are allowed 96 hours to rehearse and develop their productions with guidance from specialists in the field. Selected participants will be announced in March, with the 96-Hour Opera Festival beginning June 14, with a public showcase on June 17.
For more information, visit www.atlantaopera.org and for application questions, reach out to competition@atlantaopera.org or visit www.yaptracker.com/applications/atlanta-opera-96-hour-competition-2024.
