1.0NUOVA Vocal Artshttps://nuovavocalarts.ca/fradminhttps://nuovavocalarts.ca/fr/author/admin/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="obzaIE0FAx"><a href="https://nuovavocalarts.ca/fr/2027-national-vocal-arts-festival/">2027 Vocal Arts Training Intensives</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://nuovavocalarts.ca/fr/2027-national-vocal-arts-festival/embed/#?secret=obzaIE0FAx" width="600" height="338" title="« 2027 Vocal Arts Training Intensives » — NUOVA Vocal Arts" data-secret="obzaIE0FAx" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! 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Summer training for singers and pianists. Intensive training. Individual mentorship.Public performance. Register for an audition AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Make room for what’s next. Join emerging artists from across Canada for intensive training, individual mentorship, and public performance. Based at MacEwan University in downtown Edmonton, NUOVA’s summer programs help singers and collaborative pianists strengthen their technique, deepen their artistry, and build confidence in rehearsal and onstage. Explore the 2027 Program Guide Images from previous NUOVA training and performances. Six programs. Your next step. Choose the training that fits your experience and artistic goals. 01 10-Day Voice Intensive May 8–16, 2027 02 Three-Week Opera Studio May 9–30, 2027 03 Collaborative Pianist Intensive May 14–30, 2027 04 Five-Week Opera Intensive May 17–June 20, 2027 05 Five-Week Musical Theatre Intensive May 17–June 20, 2027 06 Intern Conductors & Directors Program Summer 2027 01 / SUMMER PROGRAMS 10-Day Voice Intensive May 8–16, 2027 A focused opportunity for singers with previous vocal training to develop their technique and interpretation. Individual coaching, studio classes, acting, speech, and movement connect detailed repertoire work with expressive performance. For: Singers seeking concentrated training within a shorter summer commitment. AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Read the program guide Tuition fees & accommodation → 02 / SUMMER PROGRAMS Three-Week Opera Studio May 9–30, 2027 Build your skills through vocal coaching, acting, movement, language study, and ensemble rehearsal. Put your training into practice through the preparation and performance of short chamber operas. For: Developing opera singers ready to strengthen their role preparation and stage experience. Performances: May 27–30 at the Capitol Theatre, Fort Edmonton Park. AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Read the program guide Tuition fees & accommodation → 03 / SUMMER PROGRAMS Collaborative Pianist Intensive May 14–30, 2027 Deepen your work with singers through repertoire study, technical development, and close mentorship. Strengthen your listening, musical communication, and rehearsal skills while exploring the foundations of vocal coaching and opera collaboration. For: Pianists with advanced training interested in vocal repertoire and collaborative performance. AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Read the program guide Tuition fees & accommodation → 04 / SUMMER PROGRAMS Five-Week Opera Intensive May 17–June 20, 2027 Develop the integrated craft of the singing actor through private lessons, coaching, masterclasses, and training in acting, movement, diction, and ensemble musicianship. Apply your skills in chamber opera and the a cappella mainstage production SWEAT, directed by Benjamin Smith. For: Advanced emerging opera singers and returning NUOVA artists. Mainstage performances: June 16-20. AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Read the program guide Tuition fees & accommodation → La Bohème · Photo: Nanc Price 05 / SUMMER PROGRAMS Five-Week Musical Theatre Intensive May 17–June 20, 2027 Strengthen your voice, acting, movement, and ensemble skills through individual instruction and sustained rehearsal. Training includes festival performance opportunities and the a cappella musical In Transit. For: Advanced emerging musical theatre performers and returning NUOVA artists. Mainstage performances: June 16-20. AUDITIONS NOW OPENDigital audition materials are due November 15, 2026. You must register for an audition first to receive submission instructions. Register before November 15 to allow time to prepare and submit your materials. Read the program guide Tuition fees & accommodation → 06 / SUMMER PROGRAMS 2027 Intern Conductors & Directors Program Summer 2027 Develop the practical craft of leading singers, musicians, and collaborative rehearsal processes alongside NUOVA’s faculty and creative teams. Interns gain hands-on experience through observation, mentorship, assisting, and selected rehearsal responsibilities across the 2027 festival. For: Emerging stage directors, conductors, and music directors seeking practical professional development in opera and musical theatre. Work within an active festival environment and build your practice through direct contact with professional artists and rehearsal rooms. APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN 2027 Intern Conductors & Directors Application → Meet your faculty Work closely with artists and teachers across voice, acting, movement and musical storytelling. Our faculty bring their experience into the studio, the rehearsal room and your individual work. Voice & vocal artistry Benjamin ButterfieldVoice Tracy DahlVoice Frédérik RobertVoice Michelle ToddVoice CJ Greer Acting, speech & movement Nikki HulowskiActing for stage & film Lora BrovoldVoice-over Christine LesiakClown Doug MertzSpeech Kathryn LaBouff Direction & music Benjamin SmithDirector, SWEAT Ryan SigurdsonMusic direction Michael McMahon Kim Mattice Wanat More faculty will be joining us. Additional artists and teachers will be announced here, and this page will be updated regularly. Faculty and teaching assignments are subject to change. Your audition starts here. Four steps towards your NUOVA summer. 1. Choose Your Program Explore our five summer programs and find the training that fits your experience and artistic goals. You may indicate interest in more than one program. 2. Register for an Audition Complete the audition registration form by November 15, 2026. Select your preferred audition format and, if auditioning in person, your preferred city. Registration is required for digital auditions. Register before November 15, 2026 to receive instructions, then submit your audition materials by November 15. No audition recordings are required when you register. 3. Receive Your Audition Details After registration closes, we will email your audition requirements and next steps. In-person applicants will receive their