November 18, 2025
November 18 The Rotunda of the Mariinsky Palace was filled to capacity for an evening
International Interuniversity Youth Project for Culture and Humanities
OPERA&PoDIUM
Every year, students from SPbSUITD and the Rimsky-Korsakov Conservatory try their hand at working on a real-world project to prove their professionalism.
Concept
of the project
The First Step onto the Big Stage
We bring together talented opera singers and creative designers into interdisciplinary teams to stage full-scale opera performances.
Classic Masterpieces Through the Eyes of the Youth
Timeless plots of classical opera take on a new life, fueled by the energy of young performers and designers.
Investing in the Future of Russian Culture
The international project "OPERA & PODIUM" is a launching pad for young talents. We develop an innovative format of collaboration between creative universities, preserving traditions while integrating modern technologies into performing arts.
History
of the project
Each creative season of the "Opera & Podium" project features a specific theme. This approach not only provides unique inspiration for directors, designers, and performers, but also sets a special atmosphere for the audience — the spectators and guests of our musical evenings and concerts.
2026, Season IV
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2025, Season III
Heroic pages of Russian history
2024, Season II
Fairy tail in Russian Opera
2023, season I
Debut season of the project
Leaders
of the project
Meet the experts who help the participants blend the grandeur of opera and the aesthetics of the runway into a single theatrical performance.
Meet the Mentors
Yury Laptev
Artistic Director of the Project, People's Artist of Russia, Professor, Head of the Department of Musical Theatre Directing at the N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov St. Petersburg State Conservatory, PhD in Philosophy.
Miras Nurzhanov
Musical Director of the Project, Conductor, Laureate of International Competitions.
V. A. Khaprov
Head of the Department of Theater and Concert Management and International Relations at the N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov St. Petersburg State Conservatory.
A. Yu. Pastukhov
Head of International Integration and Educational Programs at the St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design.
G. I. Kiseleva
Inspirational Visionary of the Project and Lifelong Mentor for Soloists — Professor of the Department of Solo Singing at the N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov St. Petersburg State Conservatory, Honored Artist of Russia.
P. A. Demidov
The indispensable host of all the Project’s gala concerts and Lifelong Mentor for Young Directors — Lecturer at the Department of Musical Theatre Directing at the N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov St. Petersburg State Conservatory.
L. A. Karpova
Executive Director of the Project, Head of the Office for International Projects and Educational Programs at the St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design.
K. V. Kaisheva
Team Coach, St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design.
Gallery
of talents
We keep photos of concerts and creative meetings from every season. Take a look at the full collection and see for yourself, once again, the exceptional talent of our students.
We keep photos of concerts and creative meetings from every season. Take a look at the full collection and see for yourself, once again, the exceptional talent of our students.
View PhotosContinuing
education
We offer tailored professional development programs, as well as customized individual and group internships, lectures, and informational courses.
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Creative Industries Management: for educators, 258 hours
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News
of the project
Stay tuned for the main events of the "Opera & Podium" project. Read about past premieres, brilliant performances, behind-the-scenes rehearsals, and key announcements for upcoming seasons.
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November 6, 2025
November 6 At the Youth House of the Vasileostrovsky District, the musical evening of the
December 17, 2024
December 17 The Youth House of the Vasileostrovsky District hosted a highly successful New Year’s