Announced 9 May 2018

"Commissioned and created by 509 Arts, Calderland was an ambitious community opera by composer Richard Taylor, librettist Mike Kenny and director Alan Dix who worked with the people of Calder Valley and a committed group of partners.

The judges were particularly struck by the inclusive nature of the workshop and rehearsal process leading to performance, and by the clear evidence that the project has created an energetic musical legacy.

Calderland celebrates the resilience, recovery and reinvention of this community following the devastating floods of 2015. With a compelling narrative and sophisticated musical language, this is the kind of artistic experience that changes lives."

Other Shortlisted Nominations in this Category

• Newport Legends (Operasonic)
• BambinO; Memory Spinners (Scottish Opera)

Learning and Participation Jury

Lincoln Abbotts (chair)
Rob Adediran
Hester Cockcroft
Clare Edwards
Mary King