CREATE OPERA is a growing European network of forward opera and theatre institutions dedicated to supporting the next generation of directors as well as set and costume designers in music theatre. Together, we are committed to strengthening artistic innovation, amplifying new perspectives, and advancing opera as a vibrant and evolving art form.
Membership in CREATE OPERA guarantees exclusive benefits and contributes to the realization of the RING AWARD, the leading international competition for directing, set, and costume design in music theatre. The competition has been a catalyst for innovation and development in contemporary music theatre since its founding. Numerous visionary artists have started their careers with the RING AWARD, including Tatjana Gürbaca, Tobias Kratzer, Barbora Horáková Joly, Valentin Schwarz and many more.
The call for entries for the RING AWARD 28 is currently being prepared and will be published as soon as funding has been secured. The expected publication date is in the fourth quarter of 2026.
We invite opera houses, theatres, institutions, and committed partners to become part of this inspiring network. Support the next generation, benefit from international exchange, and actively shape the future of music theatre.
