Where Classical Artistry Meets Innovation
We create immersive, audience-driven performances where live artistry, creative technology, and real-time interaction transform how stories are told and experienced.
Our new production opens 6 November
Nobody knows how this opera ends. Not even the cast. A new sci-fi opera where the audience steers the story live, right up to the final scene.
Friday 6 November 2026, 19:00. Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Manchester. One night only. £15, £10 concessions.
Find Out MoreOperactive Arts bridges the timeless beauty of live performance with transformative technology. We believe the stage should not be a relic of the past, but a living space that speaks to contemporary audiences through innovation, inclusion, and unforgettable shared experiences.
We produce opera that challenges convention, blending classical artistry with immersive technology and real-time audience participation.
→ Innovation Technology Amplifying ArtistryWe explore how creative technology can deepen human connection in live performance, from neural audio synthesis to interactive storytelling.
→ Tools Built for the StageWe create software designed specifically for performing arts professionals, from surtitles and captioning to production management.
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Innovation
We use creative technology not to replace human performers but to introduce new immersive and interactive dimensions. From neural audio synthesis to audience participation systems, we explore how technology can deepen the connection between performers and audiences.
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