Glyndebourne’s international search for the next big opera star attracted over 200 entrants from 39 different countries. Following preliminary heats, 19 singers aged 22-31 have been invited to take part inOpera Cup final the semi-final at Glyndebourne on 4 March.

They will compete for one of six places in the Opera Cup final on 7 March, which will once again be broadcast live on Sky Arts, presented by comedian and writer Chris Addison and international soprano Danielle de Niese.