Clonter

Clonter Opera Theatre was founded in 1974 when Jeffery Lockett, the Artistic Director, invited the Abbey Opera Group to bring an evening of operatic excerpts to his farm in Cheshire. A barn full of straw bales was converted for the night into an auditorium, and the proceeds went to Cancer Relief. Since then Clonter Opera has become a permanent fixt... ure, the straw tiered seating was removed and a building programme provided the fixed seating which can be seen today. Through the creation of Clonter Farm Music Trust (CFMT) a unique residential, touring and educational programme was developed and continues to grow helping young singers. CFMT is committed to providing the highest quality training and performance opportunities for singers who are usually at the beginning of their professional careers, although when appropriate more established artists are engaged. Residential facilities and a staff of exceptional calibre ensure that singers, selected after comprehensive auditions, achieve maximum potential during the 'opera studios' and thereafter. The mission is to 'bridge the gap' between conservatoire and professional work. You can help Clonter Opera by becoming a Friend or Sponsor, you can also Sponsor a Singer or you may even wish to leave us a Legacy in your Will.Read More