Auditions

The goal of the Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program is to nurture the most talented young artists through training and performance opportunities.

The Lindemann Young Artist Development Program uses the Met's unique resources to identify and educate young singers and coach/pianists for major careers in opera.  To meet the individual needs of each young artist, the Program provides specialized training in music, language, dramatic coaching, and movement from the Met's own artistic staff and invited master teachers. Along with a weekly stipend to support the Artist, the Program also funds language study and performer development opportunities. In addition, Program participants have access to rehearsals for all Metropolitan Opera productions. Participants are offered a position with the Program for a period of one to three years for singers, and one to two years for pianists. During this period, the young artists’ engagements in and outside of the Met are at the consent of the Artistic and Executive Directors.

Audition Information

2025-26 Coach/Pianist Applications are now closed.

2025-26 Singer Auditions are by invitation only, at the discretion of the LYADP staff.

If you have questions, please email LYADP@metopera.org