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*Cover cast performance is a full-length production that features members of the Ader Emerging Artist program in the principal roles of Carmen, Escamillo, Don José, and Micaëla.

Composed by: Georges Bizet
Libretto by: Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy
Based on the novella Carmen by Prosper Mérimée
Orchestral edition by Bryan Higgins, by arrangement with Motet Music Publishing Company.

The most frequently performed opera of all time, Carmen’s passionate characters, familiar melodies, and dramatic storyline have attracted audiences since its premiere 150 years ago. Performed in French with English subtitles above the stage, Carmen is filled with suspense, the enchanting rhythm of Flamenco, and music that exudes an intoxicating passion. Carmen lives her life boldly until a relationship with a dangerous man attempts to cage her and places her life on a perilous perch.

Carmen – Sarah Neal
Don José – Jinpark Choi
Escamillo – James Robinson
Micaëla– Amelia Burshe

 

 

 

 

Carmen is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera. The company has been presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

Carmen is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowen Ader whose support makes possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Sung in French with English subtitles.

Carmen includes adult themes and content that may not be suitable for children.
This production includes gunfire.

One 20-minute intermission between Act II & Act III
Act I & Act II is approximately 90 mins.
Act III & Act IV is approximately 60 mins.
Estimated total length including intermission: 2hrs 50mins

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Cara Consilvio
Producer/General Director: Leanne Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Liliana Duque Piñeiro
Lighting Designer: Mary Ellen Stebbins
Projection Designer: Cara Consilvio
Costume Design: Glenn Avery Breed
Costumes Provided by: Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Make Up Designer: James P. McGough

Assistant Director: Alyssa Van Gorder
Choreographer: Audrey Babcock
Chorus Master/Cover Conductor: Michael Slon
Fight Director: Dale Anthony Girard
Production Manager: Beth Ann Mastromarino
Technical Director: Zac Hunter
Stage Manager: Abril Valbuena
Properties Manager: Kendall Collins
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang
Graphic Design: Jennifer White with iseedesigns

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