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- 1998 (Creation)
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1 programme
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Administrative history
The British Youth Opera (BYO) was established in 1987 by Denis Coe, to provide additional training and performance opportunities for outstanding young musicians and experience to young stage, design and costume staff. Company members aged 22-30 years are recruited nationally each year for a Summer Season which features two major operas performed at Sadler's Wells, London and in at least one other major city. The Company also appears in concerts, galas and other musical events throughout the year. Many former members of BYO are now principals with major opera companies in the UK and abroad. The BYO's rehearsal facilities are based at London South Bank University, formerly South Bank University.
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Programme signed by the British Youth Opera for South Bank University. The programme details performances of La Boheme at the Queen Elizabeth Hall and Cosi fan tutte at the Royal Festival Hall.
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- English