Learn about the twin roles of mentor and mentee in the competitive world of opera performance and technical theatre training. Panelists include newly appointed McPhee Artist Development Program Manager Dr. Tara Laberge and returning McPhee artist bass-baritone Luke Noftall, who will share insights into the role of the young artist program in the Canadian opera ecosystem. Joining them are IATSE Local 212’s long-serving scenic construction mentor Dean Baker, and IATSE apprentice Xavier Michaud.
In this interactive panel discussion, discover the personal and professional traits required to make the most of a career in opera – onstage and behind the scenes – as well as immediately usable guidance for any mentor-mentee relationship and inspiration for your own professional learning journey.