Opera North creates extraordinary experiences every day, using music and opera to entertain, engage, challenge and inspire.

About Us

About the Company
Discover more about the Company, our purpose, staff and board.

Work with us
View the latest job opportunities.

News
Visit our news page for the latest stories, behind-the-scenes features, interviews and more.

Orchestra of Opera North
The Orchestra of Opera North is the only opera orchestra which also has a full symphonic concert programme.

Chorus of Opera North
Discover more about our core vocal ensemble, the Chorus of Opera North.

Opera North Projects
Opera North Projects produces small-scale touring shows, site specific performance and commissions.

Learning & Engagement
Be inspired by music and the arts with workshops, activities and ensembles for children, families, young people, and adults of all ages.

Higher Education
Opera North works in partnership with higher education to create new knowledge, enhance skills and inspire creativity, that strengthens learners, makers and places.

Community Partners Scheme
Our Community Partnerships project aims to strengthen our relationship with local communities.

Environmental Responsibility
We put environmental thinking and action at the heart of what we do. Read more about our sustainability aims.

Theatre of Sanctuary
We are the UK’s only opera company to have been awarded Theatre of Sanctuary status. Find out more about our work with refugees and sanctuary seekers.

Music Works
The Music Works £18 million redevelopment campaign to transform our home is now complete. In autumn 2022 we threw open our doors to invite the public in to enjoy some of our new spaces and world-class music facilities.