Northern Opera Group believe
that opera can be for anybody
We commission, create and perform new opera
We work with extraordinary artists to bring opera to audiences in theatres, community settings
We enable anyone to take part in opera, for free
Coming up...
21 Oct, 4pm - Leftbank
Free workshops with Made from Music: Make Move Sing!
This workshop is aimed at pre-school and younger primary school aged children and their families, but anyone is welcome.
Come along to hear a real opera singer, build your very own opera house (a building where you can put on a show!), and join in with singing, making and imagining alongside your family and friends.
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22 and 23 October, 6pm
Chapel Allerton Arts Centre
Free workshops with Featured Artists
Ahead of the Leeds New Opera Festival, we have two free opportunities available for anyone interested to explore opera with some of our featured artists:
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Performance Skills Workshop with TD Moyo (writer/director of Our Eyes Looking for God) ​​​
Be part of making a new opera with April Koyejo-Audiger (creator of Ultramarine)
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Leeds New Opera Festival 2026 - 5 & 7 November
5th & 7th November 2026
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Full programme now announced!
The Leeds New Opera Festival is for everyone who's passionate – or curious – about opera, its processes, and its future. Join us for performances of brand new work, including TD Moyo's Our Eyes Looking for God fresh from its sold-out London opening,
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