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Carmen, je t'aime: Pasión y Tragedia

French

Synopsis

This is a contemporary, queer reimagining of Georges Bizet's classic opera. The production deconstructs the original story through a fusion of opera, ballet, and contemporary dance. The story is narrated by a spectral Carmen (portrayed by a countertenor), who embodies the spirit of the tragic heroine, while dancers physically represent Carmen and Don José on stage

Composer

Georges Bizet (original music); arrangements and new composition by Esteban Illanes

Lyricist / Librettist / Playwright

Ludovic Halévy and Henri Meilhac

Year of composition/publication / premiere

2024

Genre

Other:

LGBTQAI+ category

Queer

Level of centrality

Main character

Characters

Carmen (spectral), Don José

Voice type

Contra-tenor

Pronouns

"ella" / "she"

Publisher / Rights holder

Where to buy / access the work

Performance rights

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