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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

This is the impact the arts can have. We’re currently running our Arts for Impact campaign, where every donation is doubled. If you’re able to support, please consider giving whatever you can. donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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A Stage for Every Story – Big Give

We use the profound power of opera to transform the lives of people currently experiencing or recovering from homelessness. Working …

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The final part of Reimagining the Classics takes place in London on 10 April, in collaboration with @etopera.bsky.social - do come along if you can!

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Across both cities, people with lived experience of homelessness came together to create, perform and reimagine opera - building confidence, developing creative skills, and supporting each other to step onto major stages to share inspiring new stories and music.

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Thoughts @streetwiseopera.bsky.social performers shared with me following Reimagining the Classics - our recent collaboration with @operanorth.bsky.social in Nottingham and Manchester.

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

“It felt like coming home.” “It’s definitely increased my confidence.” “I was surprised with performing at a higher level than I ever have in my life.”

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

We are excited to announce a partnership with Factory International that will enable us to deliver our weekly creative sessions at the amazing Aviva Studios. Find out more at streetwiseopera.org/factory-inte...

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Streetwise Opera announces new partnership with Factory International

Streetwise Opera is excited to announce a new partnership with Factory International that will see the award-winning opera company and homelessness charity deliver its weekly singing and creative sess...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Salary: £40,800 per annum (£24,480 pro rata). Hours: 21 hours (3 days) per week. Contract: 12 months, 0.6 (3 days per week), fixed-term contract. Location: London.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

We are hiring an ambitious, experienced producer and line manager skilled at delivering participatory work. Working closely with the Artistic Director and three producers, the Head of Producing & Participation – Mat cover will lead on activity planning and production logistics.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Our work transforms lives and challenges how society sees homelessness. This week, every donation will be doubled through the @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge. Find out more at donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Our @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge is now live: every donation you make this week will be doubled, helping us reach more people experiencing homelessness. Donate at donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Taking the Stage, Changing the Story – Big Give

We use the medium of opera to inspire and empower people affected by homelessness, offering a space where their ideas, …

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Sarah and Brian explain how being part of Streetwise Opera gave them the confidence to ask for support, feel listened to and be treated with respect. A new world opened its doors, where people took them seriously and they were trusted.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Bedazzled by Streetwise Opera! 🤩 John and Amy discuss how joining our sessions has helped them feel confident and connect with others. This is a key part in recovery from homelessness.

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Music, theatre and creativity change lives. @streetwiseopera.bsky.social - whether in arts venues, hostels or through Opera Pioneers - I see the impact daily. This week your support goes twice as far. Every £1 becomes £2 in the Big Give. Please chip in if you can: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Taking the Stage, Changing the Story – Big Give

We use the medium of opera to inspire and empower people affected by homelessness, offering a space where their ideas, …

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Dress rehearsal today for The Elixir of Love with the brilliant @etopera.bsky.social. Such a joy working with this cast, ensemble and team! Do come along on Saturday evening at @hackneyempire.bsky.social or catch it on tour! englishtouringopera.org.uk/productions/...

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The Elixir of Love | English Touring Opera

The beautiful and popular Adina is completely out of Nemorino’s league. Shy and sincere but desperate to catch her eye, the arrival of the smooth-talking D

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

It was a real joy to perform and deliver a singing and creative workshop in partnership with Ace of Clubs this week, led by the amazing soprano Rowan Pierce, Streetwise associate artist Aga Serugo-Lugo, pianist Belinda Jones, producer Rowan Padmore and our artistic director, Martin Constantine

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

We are super excited to announce that soprano Rowan Pierce will join our special event An Evening with Sarah Connolly, Nicky Spence and Friends, on Monday 12 May at St John's Waterloo. Find out more at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening...

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Two of the most brilliant singers - and wonderful people - performing at this 👇 @streetwiseopera.bsky.social event! We’ll be joined by the incredible Simon Callow and others. Limited tickets available - it promises to be very special.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Our amazing patron @jjohnstonmezzo.bsky.social writes about Streetwise Opera in the Journal of The RSA. To read the article go to www.thersa.org/rsa-journal/...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Your donation today could help us continue to inspire and empower people experiencing homelessness through opera. If you’ve been thinking about donating, now’s the moment: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Stand with Streetwise – Big Give

We use the life-changing power of music and storytelling to support people’s recoveries from homelessness. Our participants perform alongside world-class professionals and ensembles, allowing them to ...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

We’re 78% of the way to our target, and we’re so grateful for the support so far. Thanks to 37 brilliant donors, we’ve raised £11,734 through the @biggive.bsky.social #ArtsForImpact campaign. Now there’s just 24 hours left to reach £15,000, and every pound is still being doubled.

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lindenife.bsky.social @lindenife.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

We are in the last fortnight of our fundraising campaign to continue our work using opera to empower people affected by homelessness.Until next Tuesday any donations to our campaign will be doubled by #ArtsforImpact Please do chip in if you can: StreetwiseOpera.org/donate .THANK YOU

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Stand with Streetwise – Big Give

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Participants will uncover the cultural and political forces that shaped these operas, then work with composers and directors to create bold new music. These reimagined pieces will take the stage alongside major opera company productions in spring 2026.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

We’re launching Reimagining The Classics, our next major artistic project. With partners like Opera North, we’ll explore some of opera’s most beloved – but sometimes problematic – works, reimagining them with fresh perspectives. Find out more at streetwiseopera.org/reimagining?...

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Reimagining The Classics

Working with a host of exciting partners, we will explore, examine and turn inside out some of the operatic canon’s most beloved but sometimes problematic operas.

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Really excited to be partnering with the wonderful @stjohnswaterloo.bsky.social - a very special organisation and team. Looking forward to what’s ahead!

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Fresh from winning the 2025 RPS Award for Impact, Streetwise Opera is launching its next bold project. We’re hiring three directors in London, Manchester and Nottingham for Reimagining the Classics, a radical exploration of opera’s greatest works. Apply by 17 Mar.

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Vacancy: Reimagining the Classics Director

Streetwise Opera will commission three directors for this project, across the three regions we work in: London, Nottingham and Manchester.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

We are hiring up to six composers in London, Manchester and Nottingham for Reimagining the Classics, a bold and innovative project celebrating the rich heritage of opera by exploring its relevance to today’s world. Apply by Monday 24 March. streetwiseopera.org/vacancy/reim...

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Vacancy: Reimagining the Classics Composers

Streetwise Opera will commission up to six composers for this project, across the three regions we work in: London, Nottingham and Manchester.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Ahead of our Nature performances this month, we asked performers what the natural world means to them. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing their reflections. Find out more about this project and our upcoming events at streetwiseopera.org/nature?utm_s...

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Couldn’t be prouder of the incredible @streetwiseopera.bsky.social performers, artists, & team, for winning the #RPS Impact Award! Fantastic recognition of their extraordinary talent & the power of opera to transform lives. Huge thanks to @royalphilsoc.bsky.social & everyone who supports our work!

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Walk with us against homelessness! ♥️ Join us for the London Walk on 14 March and be part of a powerful night in support of people who are homeless. Sign up by Monday 17 Feb. No minimum fundraising required ℹ️ streetwiseopera.org/london-walk-...

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Walk with us to stand against homelessness

On the evening of Friday 14 March 2025 we are taking part in the London Walk, organised by the London Homeless Collective. This event brings charities working in homelessness in the city together to w...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Join our Board of Trustees and help us make a difference! We are looking for people who can bring fresh perspectives and insight, and we want our Board to reflect our performers and our audiences. Please apply by 10:00am on Monday 10 March ℹ️ streetwiseopera.org/vacancy/trus...

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Trustees — Streetwise Opera

Streetwise Opera’s Board of Trustees is looking for trustees who can bring fresh perspectives and insight through their lived and professional experiences. We want our Board to be a group of people wh...

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

We are commissioning Directors in London, Manchester and Nottingham for Reimagining the Classics, a project in 2025-2026 that will celebrate the rich heritage of opera by exploring its relevance to today’s world. Apply by 10am on Mon 17 March ℹ️ streetwiseopera.org/vacancy/reim...

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Vacancy: Reimagining the Classics Director

Streetwise Opera will commission three directors for this project, across the three regions we work in: London, Nottingham and Manchester.

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

London, Manchester and Nottingham performances now confirmed! Join us in March for Nature, as we raise our voices against the climate crisis. 18th March at Lakeside Arts, 26th at Manchester Museum and Castlefield Viaduct, and 29th at the Southbank Centre ℹ️ streetwiseopera.org/nature/?utm_...

NATURE - Raising our voices against climate crisis. Poster with image of woods during sunset.

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Joyce DiDonato @joycedidonato.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Such an impactful and inspired organization!!!!

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lindenife.bsky.social @lindenife.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

We are looking for more walkers to join us on this magnificent London night walk. It’s a heart-warming, supportive, brilliantly organised event which raises vital funds for our work. Do get in touch at the link below if you might be willing to walk with us for a fantastic cause.

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lindenife.bsky.social @lindenife.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Very exciting news! Many congratulations to the whole team.

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

So excited for the whole team that @streetwiseopera.bsky.social has been shortlisted for the 2025 #RPSAwards - it’s testament to the immense creativity and talent of Streetwise’s incredible performers in London, Nottingham and Manchester, and the brilliant artists they work alongside!

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

"There’s music in every single one of us," says Streetwise Opera performer Denise Allison in a lovely profile in this week's @bigissue.com. Make sure to pick up a copy 🤩

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Huge thanks to Simon Callow, Olivia Williams, Jennifer Johnston, Tenebrae Choir Associate Artists, The Bar Choral Society, Fulham Brass Band, Rob Gildon, Aga Serugo-Lugo, Alex Knight and our wonderful audience for joining us for Deck The Halls with Streetwise Opera ❤️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZHp...

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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

🎄 Two days to go! Join us for an uplifting evening of joy and warmth at our Deck the Halls with Streetwise Opera carol concert. Let the music and stories fill your heart with the magic of Christmas. 💛 Fri 13 Dec 6:30-7:30pm at All Hallows by the Tower in London 🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deck-the-h...

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Equity @equityuk.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Welsh National Opera Chorus, members of the WNO Orchestra and students from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama performed wearing protest t-shirts in Cardiff on Friday. Equity members of WNO Chorus are taking industrial action short of strike. #SaveOurWNO #AchubOCC

A room full of WNO Chorus members, members of the WNO Orchestra and Students from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama wearing protest t-shirts which say 'SAVE OUR WNO'.

Welsh National Opera Chorus, members of the WNO Orchestra and students from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama perform in front of a organ wearing Save Our WNO tshirts, a banner draped over the balcony reads 'Save our WNO, AchubOCC'

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

We are beyond excited and proud to announce that the wonderful Roderick Williams is joining the incredible team of @streetwiseopera.bsky.social Patrons…

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Join us next Fri 13 Dec for our Christmas concert with Simon Callow, Olivia Williams, @tenebraechoir.bsky.social Associate Artists, Bar Choral Society, Fulham Brass Band, Rob Gildon and Aga Serugo-Lugo at All Hallows by the Tower 6:30-7:30pm. Tickets £20/£10 ⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deck-the-h...

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Janet Gibson @camilasinensis.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

StreetWise Opera needs our support to continue. They use music and creativity as a tool to empower and inspire people affected by homelessness . Til noon on 12 Dec, donations to The Big Give will be doubled. Please send a donation, however small. donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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From homelessness to centre stage through opera

We use opera as a way of supporting people affected by homelessness to find inspiration and rebuild their lives and …

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has donated today - the support for @streetwiseopera.bsky.social is incredible! We’ve still some way to go - please join us & #StandWithStreetwise to help us continue delivering our work with people experiencing homelessness: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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From homelessness to centre stage through opera

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Martin Constantine @martinconstantine.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

This week is @streetwiseopera.bsky.social @biggive.bsky.social campaign, where whatever you donate will be DOUBLED! And this year it’s more important than ever - please support in whatever way you can. Thank you! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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From homelessness to centre stage through opera

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Streetwise Opera @streetwiseopera.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

We are massively excited about the Tenebrae Choir Associate Artists performing in our carol concert Deck The Halls With Streetwise Opera. Join us on Fri 13 Dec 6:30pm at All Hallows by the Tower for a heart-warming evening hosted by Simon Callow. Tickets: £20/£10 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deck-the-h...

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