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Martin Constantine
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Artistic Director of Streetwise Opera.

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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/...
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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September 25, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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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
June 5, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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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...
May 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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.
Opera stars Sarah Connolly and Nicky Spence will perform in a one-night-only concert hosted by Simon Callow on Monday 12 May at St John’s Waterloo. This unforgettable evening will also include a short recital by our London participants.
April 9, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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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/...
April 1, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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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...
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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March 24, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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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.
March 24, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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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
March 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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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.
March 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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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?...
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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March 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Really excited to be partnering with the wonderful @stjohnswaterloo.bsky.social - a very special organisation and team. Looking forward to what’s ahead!
March 13, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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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.
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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March 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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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.
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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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March 11, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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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...
March 11, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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!
The RPS Impact Award goes to Re:Discover Festival @streetwiseopera.bsky.social involving people from Nottingham, Manchester and London. 'It empowers people who've lived with homelessness to build skills, confidence and self-worth… sharing their creations with passion and pride.'

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March 6, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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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-...
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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February 14, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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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...
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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February 17, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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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...
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.
streetwiseopera.org
February 27, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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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_...
February 10, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Such an impactful and inspired organization!!!!
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the 2025 #RPSAwards in the Impact category for our Re:Discover Festival, along with the amazing Ex Cathedra - Singing Medicine and @worldheartbeat.bsky.social! 🎉 Find out more at streetwiseopera.org/2025-rps-awa...
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January 30, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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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.
Join us on Friday 14 March for the London Homeless Collective #LondonWalk, an inspiring night walk through Central London with 10K, half marathon, and marathon routes starting at Trafalgar Square. Walk with us to stand against homelessness. Sign up by 17 Feb ⬇️
streetwiseopera.org/london-walk-...
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...
streetwiseopera.org
January 29, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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Very exciting news! Many congratulations to the whole team.
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the 2025 #RPSAwards in the Impact category for our Re:Discover Festival, along with the amazing Ex Cathedra - Singing Medicine and @worldheartbeat.bsky.social! 🎉 Find out more at streetwiseopera.org/2025-rps-awa...
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January 30, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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!
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the 2025 #RPSAwards in the Impact category for our Re:Discover Festival, along with the amazing Ex Cathedra - Singing Medicine and @worldheartbeat.bsky.social! 🎉 Find out more at streetwiseopera.org/2025-rps-awa...
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January 30, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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"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 🤩
January 9, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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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 ❤️
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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
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December 16, 2024 at 2:14 PM