Royal Ballet & Opera 2026/27: Carmen
2026·
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera. An all-star cast brings this white-hot drama to life, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the fiery title role, alongside Russell Thomas as the jealous and despairing Don José. Following his 2023 Royal Opera debut, Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct Bizet’s electrifying and sensual score.
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the
attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds.
Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and
destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera.
An all-star cast brings this white-hot drama to life, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the fiery title role,
alongside Russell Thomas as the jealous and despairing Don José. Following his 2023 Royal Opera
debut, Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct Bizet’s electrifying and sensual score.
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Original Title
Royal Ballet & Opera 2026/27: Carmen
Status
In Production
Release Date
2026-11-10
Original Language
French
