Carmen (French: [kaʁmɛn] ⓘ) is an opera in four acts by the French composer Georges Bizet. The libretto was written by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy, based on the novella of the …

Carmen, opera in four acts by French composer Georges Bizet—with a libretto in French by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy—that premiered on March 3, 1875. With a plot based on the 1845 …

The opera’s melodic sweep is as irresistible as the title character herself, a force of nature who has become a defining female cultural figure. Carmen was a scandal at its premiere but soon …

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A guide to Bizet's stunner of an opera, Carmen. Including Synopsis, Music & Arias, Fun Facts, Running Time and much more!

Carmen’s exploration of passion, jealousy and human emotion, combined with its gripping story and vibrant characters, has made it one of the most performed and beloved operas in history.

2 days ago · Carmen returned to the Metropolitan Opera on Sunday afternoon with a high-octane cast headed by Aigul Akhmetshina in the title role, taking over the role from Isabel Leonard, …

Feb 6, 2025 · After a successful Viennese premiere in October 1875, Carmen saw productions in over 20 cities worldwide by its eventual revival at the Opéra-Comique in 1883. Carmen is now …

Jan 6, 2026 · Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform …

May 1, 2025 · Carmen is an opera by French composer Georges Bizet and premiered in Paris on 3 March 1875. From the ‘Habanera’ to the Toreador Song, it contains some of opera’s most …