National Opera Association
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The National Opera Association champions excellence and innovation in the performance, scholarship, and pedagogy of opera. NOA offers opportunities for everyone in the world of opera to work together for the advancement of quality in performance and pedagogy. Whether professional or amateur, pedagogue or performer, staff member or volunteer, you can serve the cause of opera through your membership in NOA.
The Fall Issue of NOA Now is out. Read the latest articles here.
NOA’s educational e-zine has news you can use including ideas from innovators in opera, features on new repertoire, acting and movement ideas for Opera Workshop, career advice for young artists, ideas from our many affinity groups, and reviews of youth outreach productions.
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Join and engage with other NOA members in our social media communities!
Be sure to join the NOA Exchange Facebook group for sharing of production resources and information.
Contributions
Your tax-deductible contributions to NOA support its many efforts and activities.
Registration Now Open!
Join us in Boston in January 2026 for NOA's next National Conference: Bold Voices, Boundless Futures, which will be held at Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Embrace the spirit of resilience as we convene in Boston for the National Opera Association Conference, commemorating our 70th anniversary amidst the city’s indomitable energy and diverse cultural tapestry. The theme of this conference, Bold Voices, Boundless Futures, explores the enduring power of opera to unite and inspire us and celebrates our bold, creative voices.
Conference Advertising and Exhibitors
Opportunities are open for advertising in the conference program, exhibitor tables, and sponsorship of conference activities.
Read about Conference Advertising and Exhibitors for more information.
Raves from previous conferences
I found this year's NOA conference the most inspiring of any convention I have attended. Here I was amongst colleagues who are curious, open to new ideas, and genuinely committed to educating performers. I left feeling excited, motivated, and thrilled to explore new possibilities.
Ann Baltz, educator, director, and pianist
My only regret about attending this amazing conference was the fact I spent much of my time kicking myself in the head for not joining NOA 30 years ago. I missed so much, but; I’m so happy to be part of this wonderful group now. Never too late!!
Bob Breault, University of Utah
