Paul McNamara is the Artistic Leader of the Dutch National Opera Academy.

A partnership of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and the Royal Conservatoire The Hague, the DNOA is a two-year master’s programme offering a wide-ranging curriculum encompassing all aspects in the training of an aspiring opera artist. In addition to a focus on refining technical skills, students are supported in developing a very clear sense of vocal and artistic identity, and how these attributes can best be united to meet market demands and expectations. The programme is tailored so as to enable young artists to enhance chances of success in a competitive field as they transition from full-time education to the workplace. DNOA graduates can be found in many of the world’s leading opera houses.

The programme mounts several full-scale productions each season and enjoys close ties with the wider world of opera.

For more information see www.opera-academy.nl