Jobs & Auditions

LA Opera's open positions are periodically updated here. Applications are only accepted via mail, fax and e-mail. Due to the volume of submissions received, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding open positions.

STAFF OPENINGS

Administrative Positions 

Production Positions

Other Positions
Technical Crew - LA Opera Connects 

Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program
Auditions for the 2025/26 season are now closed. Information on auditioning for the 2026/27 season will be posted on this website in 2025.

LA Opera Chorus
LA Opera will hold auditions in January and February 2025 for experienced, classically trained singers seeking a professional contract in the highly acclaimed LA Opera Chorus for the 2025/26 season. To apply, complete the application form and upload audition materials (resume, photos) at this link.

All applications must be received by Monday, January 13, 2025, at 11:59pm PST. Please contact chorusauditions@laopera.org with questions. Audition appointments will be confirmed by invitation. All auditions take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles (135 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles CA 90012).

Through their resume and in their audition, applicants should demonstrate:

• A minimum of 4 years of classical voice training
• Excellent sight-reading ability in music and languages.
• Ability to memorize music quickly.
• Experience in another professional opera or symphony chorus and/or strong academic or other equivalent experience.
• Stage experience and/or significant stage training.

Applicants will be asked to confirm availability for all rehearsals and performances prior to their audition. Additionally, applicants will be asked about their ability to perform the physical requirements of each production (e.g. working on a raked stage etc.).

Audition Dates and Times:  
Tuesday, 01/28/2025 6pm-9pm
Wednesday, 01/29/2025 6pm-9pm 
Sunday, 02/02/2025 2:30pm-5:30pm 
Tuesday, 02/04/2025 6pm-9pm 
Wednesday, 02/05/2025 5pm-8pm

Please note the following while preparing for the audition:

• Applicants should prepare 2 or 3 operatic arias contrasting in style and language.
• One of the three selections may be an art song or a composition from another genre.
• The audition panel may ask to hear only one aria.
•  Arias should be sung in the original key and language.
• Applicants may be asked to sight read an aria in the audition.
• Auditions typically last no longer than 6 minutes; please plan your repertoire accordingly.

All applicants must be local, LA based. Travel and housing cannot be compensated.

AGMA Membership:  Any singer who is offered employment and is not already a member of AGMA (American Guild of American Artists) will have to join.

Diversity:  LA Opera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LA Opera considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Work Authorization: All employment is conditioned upon providing timely and satisfactory evidence of the ability to work legally in the United States upon acceptance of our offer of employment, should one be extended. LA Opera does not provide sponsorship for work authorization for chorus roles.

Dancers and Supernumeraries
Auditions are held as needed. Please email submissions@laopera.org if interested in applying.

LA Opera Orchestra
Auditions are held as needed. Check this page for future audition notices.

Internships
LA Opera's internship positions are periodically updated here. Applications are only accepted via mail, fax and e-mail. Due to the volume of submissions received, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding open positions.