The Herald Sun Aria, established in 1924, is Australia’s oldest and most prestigious prize for emerging classical singers. 2024 sees the Herald Sun Aria enter its 7th year with Melbourne Opera as their official partner. Widely regarded as the nation’s most prestigious competition for emerging opera singers, the Aria offers nearly $60,000 in cash prizes to enrich the training of the brightest talent. Entries must be aged between 19 – 36 years of age for this wonderful competition. This your unique opportunity to hear the finest voices in the country as they contest the Heats and Semi Finals at the Ballarat Mechanics Institute, Minerva Space. With $60,000 in cash prizes available, each finalist will be sure to give an award winning performance, one that will ensure they have the opportunity to go on to perform on the world stage.