Name: Carmen
Start: 2025-04-12T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-15T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

Step into the tumultuous world of Bizet's iconic opera, Carmen, reimagined by stage director Maria Todaro.
About this Event

The Story: Step into the tumultuous world of Bizet's iconic opera, reimagined by stage director Maria Todaro against the backdrop of Franco's Spain in 1937. In this gripping rendition, Carmen emerges not only as a femme fatale but also as a courageous freedom fighter, challenging social norms and defying authority at every turn. Carmen's fiery spirit captivates audiences, while her tragic fate serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences of passion unchecked. With its timeless themes of love, betrayal, and societal unrest, Carmen remains an electrifying masterpiece that thrills audiences worldwide.

The Music: Carmen is filled with glorious music you’ve heard in movies, commercials, cartoons, and television, but might not have known their origin. They have been lifted from the original masterpiece Carmen, including the “Habanera,” “Seguidilla,” and the “Toreador Song.” Come hear them in their entirety as they were meant to be heard.

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