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.

Cast/Performers

Katarina Karneus (Carmen), Gordon Gietz (Don Jose), Leigh Melrose (Escamillo), Geraldine McGreevy (Micaela), Mary Hegarty (Frasquita), Jonathan Gunthorpe (Le Dancaire)

Creatives/Company

Music: Bizet
Lyrics(s): Meilhac, Halevy
Book by: Merimee
Company(s): City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, City of Birmingham Chorus), City of Birmingham Symphony Youth Chorus
Conductor: Sakari Oramo
Director: Michael Barry