Opera Training Institute of Chicago

Announcing the 2011 Summer Session of the

An intensive opera/vocal program for advanced students and young professionals

Artistic/Executive Directors: Tracy Watson, William Watson, and Michael Ehrman

June 13 — July 9, 2011

Courses to include:
Weekly private voice lessons
Weekly private coachings
Weekly Master Classes with Guest Artists
Classes in Acting, Aria Presentation, Audition Techniques
Staging rehearsals & Scenes Performance with Piano
"Shakespeare at the Opera" performance with piano and also
Mozart opera scenes, including "The Impresario" performance with piano

"Michael Ehrman helped me with stagecraft and movement at the very beginning of my career. He has terrific directorial and teaching credentials, and I’m so pleased that he’s committed to helping other young singers find their wings."

Renee Fleming

"The training institute is very lucky to have Michael Ehrman's directorial experience and insight. He has helped me immensely in my preparation of several appearances, and no doubt raised the level of my performing."

Nicole Cabell

A distinguished Faculty, including:

Tuition - $1,950

AUDITIONS (in Chicago area): December 5, 2010 and February 13, 2011.

Application Deadline:
Applications for the December 5, 2010 auditions should be received by November 15, 2010.
Applications for the February 13, 2011 auditions should be received by January 15, 2011.

Download Application Form

The program is designed for Chicago area residents, including summer residents. Applicants other than Chicago residents are welcome. However, we do not offer arrangements for housing, travel and transportation.

Classes and performances will be held at Westminster Place facilities in Evanston, IL.

For more information, contact us at: watsonstudios@comcast.net