Helen Lacey

Through a friend.

‘Being in the chorus for Imago, what an amazing experience! Surrounded by lovely people who I’m still in contact with and being able to experience performing in a chorus on the Glyndebourne stage.’

‘Currently studying at Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, where I won the Elsie Thurston Prize in 2014 and am a member of the RNCM Baroque Soloists. Also had roles in two RNCM operas and been in the chorus. Outside of college I sang solo in the Royal Albert Hall with the National Youth Choir.’

‘GYO really opened my eyes to exploring and performing opera. Previously I loved singing but I couldn’t understand or relate to opera. GYO was such a creative and fun experience, and to meet other singers who were passionate about opera was very inspiring.’

‘So exciting and inspiring!’

‘I would 100% encourage anyone to get involved with GYO. If you enjoy singing, movement and acting you will love it! There is no reason to feel like you aren’t good enough – it’s for everyone. I was very weak in some areas of performance when i joined GYO, but I learnt so much. Everyone is so supportive and friendly. Without GYO I might never have gone on to pursue opera – thank you! ‘

Information collected 08/09/16