Interview Sophie de Lint
Director Dutch National Opera
In many ways the upcoming opera season will be a time of new beginnings, as represented not only by Lorenzo Viotti starting his tenure as chief conductor but also by the great variety of projects on the programme. In the words of DNO director Sophie de Lint: ‘More than ever, we’re committed to exploring the urgency of opera.’
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Productions season 21/22
In the new season, the urgency of opera will be explored more than ever, according to director Sophie de Lint. View all productions of the 2021/2022 season.
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Chorus of Dutch National Opera
Dutch National Opera’s success is largely due to the Chorus of the Dutch National Opera, which numbers 60 singers. The choir was named the best opera choir in the world in 2016 and is conducted by conductor Ching Lien Wu.
For some operas a much larger choir is required; sometimes up to 90 or 100 singers. Therefore, Dutch National Opera works with a large group of great freelancers. We would like to introduce the members of our choir here.
The Dutch National Opera Studio
The Dutch National Opera Studio is a two-year programme in which seven young, talented singers and two répétiteurs are prepared for an international opera career. The Opera Studio combines workshops and coaching with a wide range of professional experiences.
‘This opera house is from all of us and for all of us’
Sophie de Lint
Over De Nationale Opera
Dutch National Opera creates and performs dramatic musical art, focusing on quality, diversity and innovation. This is expressed by taking a fresh approach to the opera classics, rediscovering repertoire that has seldom been performed and creating brand-new operas. Come and be inspired in our theatre, where you will be given a warm welcome.
Een rijke geschiedenis
The history of Dutch National Opera starts in 1965. On the next page we have listed a number of milestones.