07/08/17 – Carmen – 1pm
NEW-TO-CHICAGO PRODUCTION
CARMEN
by Georges Bizet
Performed in French with projected English translations
front page photo credit: Todd Rosenberg
Carmen Opera Overview
Opera has plenty of femmes fatales, but there’s only one Carmen. Her allure proves spellbinding as she seduces a hapless corporal and then a dashing bullfighter. You’ll feel the heat as you’re captivated by Bizet’s bewitching melodies — the smoky Habanera, the playful Seguidilla, the provocative Gypsy Song. Every single melody in this ever-popular opera is a beloved hit, and each is brought to life by a cast of spectacular leading artists. Join us for this production — never before seen in Chicago — and find out why it’s the perfect work to see again and again, and the ideal opportunity to introduce new fans to the thrill of opera.
![Ekaterina Gubanova](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/ekaterinagubanova.jpg)
Ekaterina Gubanova
Carmen
![Joseph Calleja](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/josephcalleja.jpg)
Joseph Calleja
Don José
![Eleonora Buratto](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/eleonoraburatto.jpg)
Eleonora Buratto
Micaela
![Christian Van Horn](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/christianvanhorn.jpg)
Christian Van Horn
Escamillo
![Harry Bicket](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/harrybicket.jpg)
Harry Bicket
Conductor (Feb. 11 – Mar. 6)
![Ainars Rubikis](http://www.lyricopera.org/~/media/1617_operas/headshots/ainarsrubikis.jpg)
Ainars Rubikis
Conductor (Mar. 16 – 25)
Rob Ashford
Director & Choreographer
David Rockwell
Set Designer
Michael Black
Chorus Master
– See more at: https://www.lyricopera.org/concertstickets/calendar/2016-2017/productions/lyricopera/carmen#./Meet%20the%20Artists?&_suid=146858834252109708496362748982