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
Free workshops with Nubian Noire & Northern Opera Group
Ahead of the Leeds New Opera Festival, we have two free opportunities available for anyone interested to explore opera with sopme of our featured artists at Chapel Allerton Arts Centre.
22nd October:
Workshop with TD Moyo (writer/director of Our Eyes Looking for God) Sign up here
23rd October:
Workshop with April Koyejo-Audiger (creator of Ultramarine) Sign up here
Leeds New Opera Festival
5th & 7th November 2026
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, alongside workshops and conversations exploring the development of new work.
We are recruiting Trustees!
Deadline: 20 November 2026
We are seeking new trustees to join our board; offering support, provocation, expertise, and championing Northern Opera Group as we continue to shape our repertoire and ambitions.
There is no specific qualification required to join our board, and we are keen to appoint trustees with a wide variety of personal and lived experience.