Local Auditions for Phoenix Touring Education Troupe

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Arizona Opera announces auditions for Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Tenor, and Pianist artists for the 2026 Arlyn M. Brewster Phoenix OperaTunity Troupe. This group travels to area schools performing all-school assemblies for elementary aged students. 

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Rehearsal Period, Tour Dates & Schedule:

Rehearsal: Monday, January 5 – Friday, January 16, 2026 
*50-55 total hours of rehearsal, final schedule will be determined in collaboration with full troupe

Tour Dates: Tuesday, January 20 - Friday, May 15, 2026

Monday 8-12 PM
Tuesday 8-4 PM
Wednesdays - OFF
Thursday 8-12 PM
Friday 8-12 PM

Salary Details:
$1,800 paid in two installments each month

Show Summary:
Told through the eyes of Rusalka, a curious young mermaid longing for life on land, this underwater adventure explores what it means to dream big, take risks, and discover where you truly belong. With music adapted from Dvořák’s original score, Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid is a charming and accessible introduction to opera for young audiences.

Available Roles:
Rusalka - Soprano

Rusalka's Sister/Prince's Sister - Soprano

Sea Witch - Mezzo-Soprano or Dramatic Soprano

Prince - Tenor

Pianist

Additional Information:
This is a part-time position

No housing or stipend is provided for this position

AUDITION INFORMATION

Audition:

Submit your video audition HERE 
 

Requirements:
For Singers: Please prepare two pieces, one must be a song or aria in English.

For Pianist: Please prepare two pieces, one must be the provided excerpt from Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid below.
Pianist Audition Excerpt

Deadline to Apply:
June 20, 2025
 

Please contact Cassie Hollerbach, Director of Education & Community Engagement, with questions or for help completing the application.
Email: chollerbach@azopera.org |   Phone: (602) 875-5866