Our facilities
Established in 1986 by the Amsterdam School of the Arts (Amsterdamse Hogeschool voor de Kunsten) and the University of Arts The Hague (Hogeschool der Kunsten Den Haag, formerly Hogeschool voor Beeldende Kunst, Muziek en Dans), the DNOA is a partnership of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and the Royal Conservatoire The Hague.
The purpose of the undertaking is to combine the resources of two top-level institutions in order to provide an effective and comprehensive training for emerging operatic artists. Today this model is still in place and has an enviable track record of success. Sharing the expertise and facilities of two institutions is a luxurious advantage.
The programme in its current form evolved under the direction of the renowned Scottish tenor Alexander Oliver, who was Artistic Leader in the period 1999 – 2016.
Amare is The Hague’s new educational and cultural hub, opened in January 2022 in the city centre. The complex brings together the Residentie Orkest, Nederlands Dans Theater, and the Royal Conservatoire The Hague under one roof, offering modern facilities built for professional training and performance.
The Conservatoriumzaal serves as the main venue for DNOA productions, providing a high-quality flexible space designed to support both students and emerging artists.
Our locations
The DNOA benefits from being based in Amsterdam and the Hague, two of the most vibrant and culturally rich cities in Europe.
The closing date for applications to join the programme in Autumn 2026 is Sunday 11. January 2026.