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National Youth Opera Academy
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Perform in a fully staged opera with orchestra; Industry Insight Sessions on wellness, auditioning, artist marketing, and more; acting classes and vocal coachings; guest instructors who perform with The Metropolitan Opera and The Santa Fe Opera; Santa Fe Opera backstage tour; fellowships in conducting, directing, stage management, and collaborative piano
WHAT DISTINGUISHES THIS PROGRAM
NYOA uniquely bridges training and performance by immersing high school singers in a fully staged opera with orchestra, celebrity master classes, and professional mentorship. Modeled after conservatory-level learning, students gain real-world stage experience, career skills, and confidence in an inspiring, collaborative environment unlike any other youth program.
LOCATION
Santa Fe, New Mexico
MUSICAL FOCUS
Classical • Opera/Voice
AGE & LEVEL
High school, ages 13-18
DATES
July 29 - August 8, 2026
Date details: Team is available to offer guidance year-round. Public performance of Odyssey by Ben Moore and Kelley Rourke: August 7th, 2026
COST $2,995-$4,995
Cost details
Tuition for commuting students: $2,995; Tuition plus room and board: $4,995; needs-based scholarship awards available for all qualifying families
STUDENTS 65
TEACHERS 14
Featured Teachers
Johnathan McCullough, GRAMMY®-nominated baritone and director; Luke McEndarfer, GRAMMY®-winning conductor, Ashley Milanese and Amy Owens, sopranos; Shira Renee Thomas; Beth Clayton and Sun-Ly Pierce, mezzo-sopranos; Will Liverman, GRAMMY® winner; Dylan F. Thomas, director; Melanie Bacaling, assistant director of The Metropolitan Opera House; and artists from The Santa Fe Opera.
OPERA PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Johnathan McCullough
ADMISSIONS
HEALTH & SAFETY
If needed for Summer 2026, will this program consider safeguards as recommended by the American Camp Association? Under consideration
CONTACT INFORMATION
Johnathan McCullough, opera program director
United States
310-365-8006
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