Be inspired by music and the arts with workshops, activities and ensembles for children, families, young people, and adults of all ages.
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Families
Our family programme creates shared experiences for you and your family to enjoy together through play, learning and self-expression. View all Family events.
The Big Opera Adventure
The Big Opera Adventure
A fun family-friendly show introducing families to the world of opera.
Little School of Music
Little School of Music
Free online activities designed to encourage families to explore the world of music together.
Carnival of the Animals Films
Carnival of the Animals Films
Join intrepid explorer Captain Cuthbert on his musical adventure…
Young People
We support young people to explore their own creativity by gaining practical experience across a broad range of artforms – music, singing, instrumental, drama, direction, design and technical skills. View our full range of events.
Youth Orchestra
Youth Orchestra
A pre-professional ensemble for instrumentalists in sixth form and university.
Young Musicians Studio
Young Musicians Studio
Provides young musicians in Leeds with opportunities to progress their classical music making.
Young Performers Studio
Young Performers Studio
A year-long programme nurturing ten talented young classical instrumentalists and singers from the North of England.
Artistic Futures Podcast
Artistic Futures Podcast
Meet a range of artists who share their experiences and some useful advice.
Adults
Our adult programmes offer inspirational arts activities led by professional artists in a friendly and relaxed environment. View our full range of events.
Melodic Memories
Melodic Memories
Monthly workshops aimed at people living with dementia and their carers.
Sing ON: Fundamentals of Singing
Sing ON: Fundamentals of Singing
These workshops will give you the skills and confidence you need to get into singing.
From Couch To Chorus
From Couch To Chorus
Take part in our award winning online singing project, and learn opera choruses from the comfort of your home – more dates coming soon…
Sing ON: Take To The Stage
Sing ON: Take To The Stage
A chance to perform on the stage of the Grand Theatre accompanied by the Orchestra of Opera North.
Reconnect: Singing Wellbeing Videos
Reconnect: Singing Wellbeing Videos
This online collection will help you reconnect with your body, breath and voice.
Schools
We support teachers and schools to deliver the curriculum in music and drama, creating extraordinary experiences in schools across the North of England.
In Harmony
In Harmony
Find out about our award-winning programme working with schools in south Leeds and Halifax.
Schools Programme
Schools Programme
Access online resource packs and details of upcoming activities we can offer to schools, including discounted main stage performances.
