OperaVision works on most modern devices and browsers, with a recommended internet speed of at least 5 MB per second for smooth streaming. For the best experience, use the latest version of your internet browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari…) on a device with Full HD resolution or higher.

We recommend a minimum internet speed of 5 MB per second for optimal streaming quality on OperaVision.

OperaVision content can be accessed on your television via the YouTube app. 

OperaVision streams in high definition or 4k resolution. To change video quality, please refer to this step-by-step guide.

Yes, if the opera is available on demand, you can resume playback from where you left off.

From time to time, OperaVision organises live broadcasts during which we show operas, concerts and competitions in real time. These livestreams are then available on demand for a fixed period. The majority of productions shown on OperaVision are pre-recorded and available for streaming on demand. Most performances are recent, meaning that they will have been recorded within a month or two of being shown on our channel.

You can find information about upcoming production on our home page, in the ‘Coming Soon’ section. You can also stay updated by subscribing to our weekly or monthly newsletter. New titles are added to OperaVision every month.

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Hover over the title and click ‘More info’ or the ‘+’ icon.

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Click on the ‘View all available performances’ button on the OperaVision homepage, or use the search function on our website. Please note that the productions on OperaVision are available for a limited time (usually 6 months).

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OperaVision negotiates streaming rights with its partner theatres that are time-limited, usually to a six-month period. The dates, between which a production is available, can be found in the information section at the top of the production’s page on the OperaVision website.

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OperaVision productions are not available for sale or download. OperaVision is a non-commercial freeview platform thanks to funding from the European Union.

Yes, you may embed the OperaVision YouTube channel on your website, provided it is not used for any commercial purposes.

To display subtitles, click the ‘CC’ button or the settings (cog) icon on the video player. Subtitles are available in multiple languages, including English, the sung language and the spoken language(s) from where the production is streamed. Additionally, YouTube’s auto-translate feature allows access to subtitles in over 120 other languages.
During livestreams, subtitles are available in English only. More languages are available afterwards when the post-produced version of a production is released, usually two to three weeks following the livestream. 

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Yes, subtitles are available in English, the sung language, and the spoken language(s) from where the production is streamed. Additionally, you can use YouTube’s auto-translate feature to access subtitles in over 120 other languages.

OperaVision’s funding does not allow us to subtitle in all languages and we choose to privilege subtitles in English, in the sung language and in the spoken language(s) from where the production is streamed. However, our on demand streams benefit from YouTube’s auto-translated feature, which offers more than 120 languages. 
During livestreams, subtitles are available in English only. More languages are available afterwards when the post-produced version of a production is released, usually two to three weeks following the livestream.

You can adjust subtitle size through YouTube’s settings, please see YouTube’s subtitle FAQ for detailed instructions. Note that subtitle size can’t be changed for OperaVision livestreams which have burnt-in subtitles.

OperaVision provides all content free of charge, thanks to support from the European Union.

No subscription is required to watch OperaVision, but subscribing to our newsletter and our YouTube channel helps you stay informed about new content.

Simply go to our website and sign up with your email in the newsletter box.

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You're welcome to organise a screening, as long as it's in a private setting and not for commercial purposes. If in doubt, please contact us via this form. 

Yes, you may show productions on OperaVision to your students, provided it's done not for commercial purposes.

OperaVision is a non-commercial platform and there should be no advertisements where you view our productions. If you do see an ad while watching, please let us know by contacting us via this form.