It will be presented to the Summit delegates and other key stakeholders and opera lovers in the Ottawa area. Presented by the Professional Opera Companies of Canada and supported by the Canada Council for the Arts , the showcase will highlight the scope and richness of opera and music theatre creation in Canada, with a particular focus on works of the mid to late 20th Century. Michael Albano is the Artistic Director. All members of the Canadian opera community are invited to submit opera and music theatre scores, indicating appropriate excerpts, to be considered for inclusion in the Showcase. Submissions must be capable of performance in solo or by a small ensemble of singers and musicians.
Piano reductions are acceptable.
The final selections will ensure that a lively, balanced program that can be produced at the highest artistic level.