Biography
The Bayerische Staatsoper’s Opera Studio prepares highly talented young artists practice-oriented
for an international career. After completing the multi-stage selection process, the chosen talents
then go on to support the Bayerische Staatsoper’s ensemble for two years. They are integrated
directly into opera business and take on small to medium-sized roles in productions of the
Bayerische Staatsoper. They also enjoy an accompanying support programme, consisting of
singing and role studies, acting lessons and selected master courses, among other elements. The
highpoint of the opera year is a new staging produced especially for the Opera Studio, which all
singers take part in and which celebrates a premiere in the Cuvilliés Theatre in late spring.
The Opera Studio was founded as it is today in the 2006/2007 season and is artistically managed
by Tobias Truniger. Along with twelve singers, it also includes two pianists, who also undergo an
application process and are supported as part of the programme. Under General Manager Serge
Dorny’s guidance, this young talent promotion also plays an important role in the work of the
Bayerische Staatsoper.