Details

The story of the gypsy girl Carmen whose love and passion switch from one man to another with tragic consequences. Probably the world's most famous opera and tunes. A Spanish story of love, treachery, passion and betrayal. Sung in French with surtitles. Revival sponsored by Peter and Babs Thomas. A co-production with Scottish Opera.

Cast/Performers

Beth Clayton (Carmen), Geraldine McGreevy (Micaela), John Hudson (Don Jose), Robert Hayward (Except Oct 21 / 24 / 31 / Nov 29), Jeremy Huw Williams (Oct 21 / 24 / 31 / Nov 29), Jeremy Huw Williams (Dancaiiro - except Oct 21 / 24 / 31 / Nov 29), Aled Hall (Remendado), Jonathan May (Zuniga), Naomi Harvey (Frasquita), Claire Bradshaw (Mercedes)

Creatives/Company

Music: Bizet
Lyrics(s): Meilhac, Halevy
Book by: Merimee
Company: Welsh National Opera
Conductor(s): Julian Smith (until 28 Oct), Gareth Jones (from 31 Oct)
Producer(s): Patrice Caurier, Moshe Leiser
Design: Christian Fenouillat
Costume: Agostino Cavalca
Lighting: Christophe Forey