Scottish Opera

Scotland's national opera company, Scottish Opera was founded in 1962 by Alexander Gibson and is based at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow, the oldest theatre in Scotland. The company tours productions throughout the country, fulfilling a vital mission to bring opera to audiences who might not otherwise encounter it. Scottish Opera has earned acclaim for both its mainstage productions and its innovative smaller-scale touring work that reaches rural and underserved communities. The company's adventurous programming and commitment to new Scottish works give it a cultural significance that extends well beyond the opera house.