National Vocal Competition

Get a first glimpse of the opera stars of tomorrow, as they perform on the Winspear stage. Finalists at the 2026 National Vocal Competition will sing with The Dallas Opera Orchestra while competing against singers from across the United States. Attendees are invited to join the action by voting for the “People’s Choice Award” winner of the evening.

Winners announced!

First Place: Tzvi Bat Asherah, bass-baritone
Second Place: Nathan Bowles, tenor
Third Place: Anna Thompson, soprano
Jonathan Pell People’s Choice Award (determined by audience vote): Tzvi Bat Asherah, bass-baritone