Apply to Audition
Are you ready?
As a young singer, you may be asking yourself, “Am I ready for a Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition?” Even though prize money is given, the real value to these auditions is what you learn from them.
Eligibility
Participation in the 2020-2021 Metropolitan Opera (Met) National Council Auditions is subject to our governing regulations.
Dates & Deadlines
The National Semifinals and Grand Finals Concert will take place in New York City at the Metropolitan Opera House on the following dates:
National Semifinals - Sunday, May 9, 2021*
National Grand Finals Concert - Sunday, May 16, 2021*
*Alternate plans will be made if we are unable to host the Semifinals and Grand Finals in person.
Application
The Application will be available on September 1, 2020.
La convocatoria sale el 1 de septiembre de 2020.
Once you have qualified for a District audition (you will be notified on October 12, 2020), please refer to the District and Region Audition Information section for the audition dates and deadlines. District auditions will occur November through January with the winners advancing to the Region Finals, which will be held in February and March.
Payment
Payment information will be provided on October 12, 2020 to those singers who have qualified for a District audition.