Melbourne Opera - Carmen
Saturday 21 April, 2012
Carmen is Bizet's best known opera, and one of the most popular operas of all time.
This production opened at the Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne, 22 October 2011.
Cast: TBA
Tasmanian Opera Orchestra & Chorus
Conducted by: Greg Hocking
Directed by: Hugh Halliday
Set Design: Andrew Bellchambers
Costume Design: Zohie Castellano
The smouldering gypsy seductress, Carmen, leaves men panting for more. Foresworn to “freedom,” she can be embraced, but never possessed. Her fate lies inextricably in the cards. See how a casual, flirtatious dalliance when mixed with jealousy and obsession becomes a seriously deadly game of chance. An unforgettable tragedy of shocking and risqué morality, set to a fiery, colourful score infused with the pulsing sensuality of gypsy and Spanish influenced melodies. Over 90 performers have been assembled by Melbourne Opera to bring Bizet’s dramatic story to life, creating an opera bursting with energy and packed full of great tunes including the Toreador Song, Habanera, Seguidilla and Flower song.
Carmen is Bizet’s best-known opera, and one of the most popular operas of all time. It was first performed in 1875 and has been a central part of the operatic repertoire ever since. Part of its appeal is its highly dramatic story, initially denounced by critics as immoral, and its vivid range of characters from Carmen, the passionate gypsy, to Escamillo the heroic bullfighter, and Bizet’s evocative music.
Dates & Times
- Saturday 21 April
- 8pm
Prices
- Full Price Adult
- $60
- Concession
- $48
- Subscriber Full Price Adult
- $48
- Subscriber Concession
- $39
For more information, please contact the box office 6430 5850 (Mon - Fri. 9am - 5pm)
How to Book
Duration: 2 hrs 40 mins incl 20 min interval- Book online
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