Detroit Opera Chorus Auditions 2026: Fiddler on the Roof and Satyagraha Performances in 2027
Detroit Opera is inviting adult singers to audition for chorus work in productions scheduled during its 2027 season, including Fiddler on the Roof and Philip Glass's Satyagraha. Audition sessions are announced for November 6 and 7, 2026. The notice seeks adult voices aged 18 and above across soprano, alto, tenor, bass and baritone ranges. No fixed emailed-application closing date is stated in the published notice, so interested singers should contact the audition team promptly while appointments may still be available.
Two distinct productions
Fiddler on the Roof is a major music-theatre title requiring expressive ensemble performers; Satyagraha is an opera by Philip Glass, renowned for its sustained vocal structures and precise ensemble demands. Detroit Opera identifies rehearsal commitments during early 2027 and performances including March 14, 18 and 20 for Fiddler and April 17 for Satyagraha. Exact call times and any additional production duties should be checked with the company before accepting a role.
What to sing at the audition
Prepare two memorised arias. One must be in English, while the second must be in a language other than English. Opera repertoire is preferred, although standard oratorio arias are also allowed in the posted instructions. Detroit Opera provides a collaborative pianist for the session, so singers should bring legible and correctly marked music. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate diction and ensemble adaptability, not merely a single preferred vocal style.
Application by email
The published procedure asks candidates to send a PDF vocal résumé by email to auditions@detroitopera.org, using the subject line 'CHORUS AUDITION'. Include appropriate contact information and a reliable way to communicate about the schedule. The official auditions-and-employment page remains the reference for any subsequent form or appointment instructions. Do not send unnecessary personal identity documents or payments to unofficial accounts.
Compensation and availability
The company is an established opera producer with professional performance requirements and AGMA-related chorus employment practices. This announcement should not be misrepresented as an international travel scholarship. The exact contractual rate, union classification, number of rehearsal hours and potential transportation or accommodation costs should be confirmed with Detroit Opera before accepting an audition invitation. Adult eligibility alone does not ensure that applicants will be offered a contract.
About Detroit Opera
Detroit Opera, formerly Michigan Opera Theatre, produces opera and music-theatre work in Detroit and provides publicly listed auditions and employment notices. Its 2027 season projects and company-specific audition requirements are described on its official web page, giving singers a direct route to check legitimacy and updates. Information reviewed October 25, 2026.
Official application / Offizieller Aufruf / Bando ufficiale
Organiser's original rules and application: https://detroitopera.org/about-us/auditions-employment/