About

Ópus Reykjavík is a new interdisciplinary art series where Icelandic and international artists come together to create unique collaborations. Music, visual art, literature, performance, design, and other art forms meet in a dynamic program that encourages experimentation, dialogue, and new perspectives.

Inspired by the Latin word opus, meaning "work," the series celebrates artistic creation and the power of collaboration. By bringing together artists from different disciplines, backgrounds, and cultures, Ópus Reykjavík creates a platform for new ideas, meaningful exchange, and artistic innovation.

Artistic Vision

Founded by singer and visual artist Álfheiður Erla Guðmundsdóttir, Ópus Reykjavík is inspired by the collaborative spirit of opera, where many art forms come together to create a single work. The project extends that idea into a broader artistic context, creating space for unexpected encounters and creative partnerships.

The series is guided by a commitment to inclusion, curiosity, and dialogue. It brings together artists from different backgrounds, disciplines, and stages of their careers, creating space for diverse voices and new perspectives.

The Experience

Rather than being confined to traditional venues, Ópus Reykjavík activates unexpected spaces throughout Reykjavík, allowing the city itself to become part of the artwork. Artists respond to the surrounding landscape, light, sound, and everyday life, creating works that are deeply connected to place.

Each edition also includes workshops, talks, and conversations that invite audiences and artists to exchange ideas and participate in the creative process.

Format

Ópus Reykjavík takes place several times a year, with each edition unfolding over three to four days. Performances, exhibitions, and events form a connected program that evolves as a unified experience.

Between editions, time is dedicated to developing new collaborations and artistic work, allowing the series to grow organically while continually creating new connections between artists, audiences, and the city.