Held in the historic Ballsaal Grand Hotel in Vienna, the Vienna Opera Competition offers young talents the chance to shine.
Congratulations to the Winners of the Vienna Opera Competition 2026!
What an unforgettable evening celebrating extraordinary young opera talent from around the world.
🥇 First Prize – Annika Henriot 🇩🇪
🥈 Second Prize – Junoh Lee 🇰🇷
🥉 Third Prize – Mattia Hwaeum Lee 🇰🇷
🎼 Mozart Interpretation Award – Hyejin Han 🇰🇷
A heartfelt congratulations also to all eight exceptional finalists, whose artistry, dedication, and inspiring performances made this year’s Final Round truly remarkable.
Thank you to our distinguished jury, our audience, sponsors, partners, and everyone who helped make this evening such a success.
The complete Final Round video will be available soon—we can’t wait to share these incredible performances with you.
📍 Ballsaal – Grand Hotel Wien
📅 August 1st, 2026
🕗 20:00
Dafydd Jones — Tenor • United Kingdom • 27
Annika Henriot — Mezzo-soprano • Germany • 27
Junoh Lee — Bass • South Korea • 31
Etīna Saulīte — Soprano • Latvia • 20
Mia Mandineau — Soprano • France • 29
Mattia Hwaeum Lee — Baritone • South Korea • 32
Justine Ledoux — Mezzo-soprano • Canada • 30
Hyejin Han — Soprano • South Korea • 25
In the heart of Vienna, where Mozart once lived and composed, a new tradition takes root. The Vienna Opera Competition invites the finest young voices from around the world to step onto a stage steeped in history and passion. Held in the iconic Ballsaal Grand Hotel Wien, this annual event celebrates the timeless art of opera and the promise of a new generation. With performances broadcast globally and over €10,000 in prizes, the competition offers not only recognition, but a chance to sing where legends were born—and where yours may begin.
Over €10,000 in awards, including a special prize for the best Mozart interpretation.
Perform at the Ballsaal Grand Hotel Wien,
Finals broadcast worldwide on YouTube—your voice, an international stage.
Open to singers aged 18–32. Submit two videos and join the tradition.
Your Boost to Success
Because it brings young voices to the heart of opera’s greatest city—with prizes, prestige, and global exposure.
We are honored to announce that Grand Hotel Wien will host the eight finalists of the Vienna Opera Competition for three unforgettable nights in the heart of Vienna. From July 30 to August 2, 2026, the finalists will experience the refined luxury and legendary hospitality of one of the city’s most iconic hotels.
Following the final round on August 1 at the Ballsaal Grand Hotel Wien will also host an exclusive celebration dinner for our finalists, jury, and guests — a perfect ending to a remarkable musical evening.
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The Vienna Opera Competition, a non-profit initiative by the Mozart Foundation, supports young artists as they move from education into professional careers.
Donations are used directly to create and increase additional prizes, expanding professional opportunities for young opera singers. With the support of partners such as the José Iturbi Foundation, Grand Hotel Wien, and Wieninger, we operate with transparency and artistic integrity.
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