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LCMS seeking young writers, composers to take part in OperaTion Youth

Contestants鈥 expressions of interest must be submitted by Feb. 28

91原创 Community Music School (LCMS) is looking for young B.C. writers between the ages of 12 and 24 to contribute stories to the school鈥檚 exciting new project OperaTion Youth.

The winner(s) will have their story set to music by young composers and presented in performance in May 2015.

鈥淲e are excited to launch this community music project in 91原创,鈥 said Marcel Bergmann, LCMS director of program advancement and OperaTion Youth project co-director.

鈥淭his is a unique opportunity for young people to be involved in a creative project from its inception, collaborating with an array of professionals and other young artists.鈥

One or more stories will be chosen through a competitive process, and selected young writers will have the opportunity to work closely with a professional librettist to develop their story into an opera/musical theatre piece.

The production will be adapted to the submissions received 鈥 whether ultimately a single multi-act opera or up to three short one-act operas.

Once the libretto(s) are complete, young composers will also be selected through a competitive process, and will work with a professional composer to develop their scores.

There will be a cash award presented to the selected writers and composers.

Four performances are planned for May, 2015 to coincide with B.C. Youth Week. Performances will take place in LCMS鈥 Rose Gellert Hall.

OperaTion Youth lead artists include Marcel Bergmann, project co-director; Elizabeth Bergmann, project co-director; Kico Gonzalez-Risso, librettist/director; and Joel Stobbe, conductor.

The call for entries is open to all B.C. residents between the ages of 12 and 24. Interested individuals must submit an expression of interest to LCMS including a cover letter with their contact information and age, story outline and a 250-word summary by Feb. 28.

The story will be based on a socially relevant theme and will be suitable for a family audience.  Applicants must attend a March 15 workshop at LCMS with the librettist.

Additional dates and deadlines are outlined below:

Feb. 28 Expression of interest deadline.

March 7 Shortlisted applicants notified.

March 15 Workshop with shortlisted applicants.

April 22 Story submission deadline (shortlisted candidates only).

April 30 Notification of selected writers/stories.

May 1 to June 30, elected writer(s) work with librettist to develop and complete libretto.

May, 2015 Performances at LCMS during B.C. Youth Week.

Interested applicants should submit their expression of interest by email to development@langleymusic.com with OperaTion Youth in the subject line or by mail to 91原创 Community Music School, 4899 207 St., 91原创, BC   V3A 2E4, attention: OperaTion Youth.

鈥淎s it progresses, the project will bring many more opportunities for youth in surrounding communities,鈥 said Marcel Bergmann, 鈥渋ncluding vocal soloists, instrumentalists, and others looking to help with stage management and set design to name a few.鈥

For more information please contact Marcel or Elizabeth Bergmann at 604-534-2848.



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