Question 1

Who can apply?

Accepted Answer

Minnesotans who have an Opera-Oriented project idea and are seeking support to make their idea a reality.

Question 2

What does “Opera-Oriented” mean?

Accepted Answer

Anything relating to the creation or performance of Opera or other Classical Vocal Works such as Art Song, Chamber Music, or Oratorio. That is not an exhaustive list, and projects do not have to be “all opera”. We encourage unconventional thinking and imaginative uses of genres and mediums.

Question 3

What kind of projects are you looking for?

Accepted Answer

We are up for almost anything, but some examples are audio or video recordings, live or virtual performances from recitals and staged operas to mixed-media performances, and the creation of and workshopping of new works.

Question 4

Are there other requirements?

Accepted Answer

We require all projects to have a community engagement component. Engagement can take many forms such as education programs for students or bringing a performance to an underserved community.
We purposely have not defined “community'' beyond a group of people having common characteristics, so that Artists can use their Art to engage with missions and communities that matter to them.

Question 5

Am I eligible to apply?

Accepted Answer

Applicant must: Be at least 21 years of age Be a resident of MN for at least one year as of application submission date Be a practicing artist able to demonstrate a sustained commitment to their craft 
 Applicant must not: Be enrolled in any undergraduate or graduate degree program as of the date of application submission Have previously failed to complete a funded project or adhere to the sponsored project contract Be established Arts organization looking for project funding Be currently working on an OOPS funded Project that will not be completed before the deadline for the next round of funding

Question 6

Is my project eligibile for funding?

Accepted Answer

Projects must: Include professional level classical singing as a primary element Include a community engagement or education component Be presented or recorded in Minnesota utilizing Minnesota-based talent who are fairly compensated for their work Utilize a minimum of 50% Minnesota based personnel, resources, and performance venues. At least 50% of personnel must reside in Minnesota At least 50% of the performances must occur in Minnesota At least 50% of the resources used to complete the project must be sourced from Minnesota Projects must not: Engage in political activity (i.e. lobbying for specific candidates or legislation) Engage in support of a religious institution Include funding allocations for any of the following: Application or competition fees Headshots Pay-to-sing program tuition Audition or competition travel expenses Travel or housing for out-of-state artists

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