Sobre Nós
our Mission
Our mission is to identify and promote talent in the art of singing, offering a prestigious international platform where young artists can showcase their skills and reach new heights in their careers. We are committed to celebrating vocal excellence and artistic diversity, encouraging the development of participants. At the same time, we promote access to culture and the formation of new audiences for opera in Portugal and around the world.
Accessibility and Inclusion: We promote universal access to art, ensuring that opera is enjoyed by a diverse audience. We encourage an inclusive environment that values cultural and artistic diversity, offering participants opportunities to explore new approaches and repertoires.
Transparency and Fairness: We guarantee a fair and transparent process at every stage of the competition. Our evaluation criteria are clear and objective, ensuring that all participants have an equal opportunity to excel.
Promotion and Opportunities: We work to provide visibility and career opportunities for the winners and participants of the competition. We are members of international networks that encourage access to new audiences and opportunities on the international stage.
Gender Equality: We are committed to ensuring gender equality at all levels of the organization: jury and core team. We value equal opportunities and balance between men and women, reflecting our commitment to justice and fairness in all our practices.
Sustainability: We adopt sustainable practices in all our operations, with the aim of minimizing our environmental impact and promoting a greener future. Integrating a sustainability plan into our planning and execution is key to ensuring that our cultural initiatives benefit not only current generations, but also future ones.
our values
Excellence and prestige: We value the pursuit of excellence in all stages of the competition, offering a prestigious space for young talent to shine. Our mission is to recognize and support the best artists, contributing to their growth and professional success.
Education and artistic development: We are committed to supporting the development of participants through constructive feedback and learning opportunities with excellent mentors. We seek to develop and implement educational programs that bring young people and communities closer to the art of singing. We facilitate audience mediation, bringing schools and diverse groups to attend auditions and concerts, enriching the cultural and educational experience.
Collaboration and Respect: We foster an environment of collaboration between artists, collaborators and partners, based on mutual respect and support for different perspectives. We believe that teamwork is essential to achieving our goals and creating exceptional artistic experiences.
Equipa do Cascais Ópera
Parcerias Internacionais
O Cascais Ópera é membro associado da Ópera Latinoamérica (OLA)
O Cascais Ópera integra a Ópera Latinoamérica (OLA), a maior rede de teatros da Ibero-América, reunindo mais de 45 teatros, festivais e companhias de ópera e outras disciplinas. Fundada em 2007, a OLA promove a atividade dos teatros e das artes cênicas clássicas na região ibero-americana, sendo um ponto de encontro para a troca de conhecimentos e recursos entre diversas instituições. Esta adesão à organização fortalece o papel do Cascais Ópera no panorama internacional, proporcionando oportunidades de cooperação e intercâmbio cultural.
