The year 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Operabase, a platform that has helped the global performing arts community.

The platform began as an initiative to track opera performances and has grown into a platform used by 6 million people worldwide, across Europe, the US, Japan, Korea, Australia, South Africa, Brazil, and beyond.

Founded in 1996 by Mike Gibb, Operabase was created to document opera performances on a single platform and has evolved into an essential professional resource, supporting the people and organisations responsible for programming, casting and shaping careers internationally.

In a statement, Ulrike Köstinger, CEO of Operabase, said, “Reaching 30 years is an extraordinary moment for Operabase. What began as a record of performances has become essential infrastructure for artistic planning, casting and international collaboration. I’m deeply grateful to the artists and organisations who share their data, and to the professionals who rely on Operabase every day. As the sector evolves, our focus is clear: to keep listening, adapting and building the best tools that truly support artistic work worldwide.”

Operabase offers a free, publicly accessible database and a premium subscription designed for professionals. While audiences can explore upcoming performances, premium subscribers benefit from advanced tools for career planning, casting and artistic planning decision-making.

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