Carmen breaks

Carmen is a searing depiction of a woman who craves love, but creates obsession and jealousy.   One of the most popular operas ever written, Bizet’s score is bursting with passionate melodies and includes such famous numbers as the ‘Habanera’, ‘Toreador’s Song’ and ‘Flower Song’. Calixto Bieito’s production explores the complex relationships between the sexes at the tail-end of Franco’s regime in the 1970s. Returning in the title role is sensational mezzo Justina Gringyte. Rising stars Sean Panikkar (José) and Nardus Williams (Micaëla) make their ENO debuts. Making a welcome return to the company is Ashley Riches as Escamillo. The cast is rounded out by ENO Harewood Artists Samantha Price, Elgan Llyr Thomas, Matthew Durkan and Alex Otterburn. ENO Mackerras Fellow Valentina Peleggi conducts. Co-production with Den Norske Opera and Ballet. ‘The audience is palpably gripped by the action’ ???? The Stage

This production is recommended for ages 15+.

Running time - 2hr 45min (inc. one interval)

Booking until - 24/02/2023

PLEASE NOTE: Sung in English with surtitled for sung words displayed above the stage.

St Martin's LaneLondon
WC2N 4ES

Nearest tube - Charing Cross

Seating information - The theatre is split into four tiers: the Stalls (nearest the stage, at stage level) and the Dress Circle (overhanging the stalls), the Upper Circle (overhanging the Dress Circle) and finally the Balcony

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