7th Annual Opera on the Avalon Taking Place in St. John's

News Release

Government of Canada supports internationally recognized opera festival

June 10, 2015 – St. John’s, NL – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Opera on the Avalon Inc. is producing the 7th annual "Opera on the Avalon" event in St. John's, thanks in part to an investment from the Government of Canada. Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), today announced federal funding of almost $99,000 for the project.

Opera on the Avalon is an internationally recognized opera festival which brings together music industry professionals, including clinicians, artists, conductors, directors and talent agents. The event includes professional performances and training sessions, as well as business and industry workshops for future events and productions. Upcoming productions this month include Carousel at the Holy Heart Theatre from June 11 - 13 and Turn of the Screw, which is playing at several venues from June 17-21.

Opera on the Avalon Inc. is using the federal funding for marketing, venue rental, and audio/visual expenses. The Government of Canada, through ACOA, is also supporting the organization's efforts to improve productivity and long-term sustainability through the purchase of production management software and highly specialized equipment.

Quick Facts:

Opera on the Avalon Inc. is a not-for-profit organization fostering the economic development of the performing arts sector by providing valuable performance, training and workshop opportunities for emerging artists.
The organization is governed by a 12 member Board of Directors and an artistic team who are responsible for the design, programming and related artistic decisions of the organization.
Government of Canada funding of $98,903 was provided through ACOA’s Business Development Program.

Quotes:

“Our Government is pleased to support Opera on the Avalon Inc. as they foster the economic development of the performing arts sector in Newfoundland and Labrador. This internationally recognized festival will increase the business skills of local artists and will create opportunities for emerging artists to gain valuable industry experience with the specialized equipment that will be acquired.”

- Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency)

“Opera on the Avalon gratefully acknowledges the support of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and this important investment in the arts and culture of our community. This funding will have a tremendous impact on the local arts community here in St. John’s and across the province, by creating new jobs and opportunities for artists. This funding will also allow us to continue to be innovative and competitive both nationally and internationally.”

- Cheryl Hickman, Artistic Director, Opera on the Avalon Inc.

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