$3 million bequest ensures opera award in perpetuity

A major philanthropic gift and a transition to new management will see the Australian International Opera Award renamed as the Alastair Jackson International Opera Award.

13 Dec 2022

ArtsHub

Performing Arts

L-R: Australian International Opera Award Chair William Cowan AM, Melba Opera Trust Chair Kate Shelmerdine and philanthropist Dr Alastair Jackson AM. Image: Supplied.

The financial future of the Australian International Opera Awards (AIOA) has been secured thanks to a $3 million bequest by philanthropist Dr Alastair Jackson AM.

The award, established in 1983, offers a singer of outstanding quality and promise the opportunity to complete their operatic studies at the Royal College of Music (RCM) Opera Studio, London.

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