De Munt/La Monnaie and Opera Ballet Vlaanderen are part of prestigious European cultural project 'Opera Europa Next Generation'
Key points
- De Munt/La Monnaie and Opera Ballet Vlaanderen participate in new EU project
- Total subsidy of 2.8 million euros for period 2025-2028
- Project supports more than 560 emerging artists across Europe
- Collaboration between 44 partners from 17 European countries
Details subsidy programme
The ambitious 'Opera Europa Next Generation' programme, funded by the European Commission, will launch from 2025 onwards. The two leading Belgian opera houses - De Munt in Brussels and Opera Ballet Vlaanderen - have been selected as core partners in this international initiative.
The project focuses on three main objectives for emerging artists:
1. Global connection with professionals and audience
2. Development of career resilience
3. Strengthening of the artistic role in contemporary European society
Impact for Belgium
Belgium's participation in this project strengthens the position of both opera houses in the European cultural landscape. Each year, approximately 140 emerging artists will benefit from the support programme, including Belgian talent.
About Opera Europa
Opera Europa is the leading network of professional opera and ballet companies in Europe. Through their streaming platform OperaVision, they make opera accessible to a worldwide audience. The new subsidy programme is the largest award Opera Europa has received to date since the launch of their streaming activities in 2015.