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Witness the ultimate femme fatale comeback, set in a timeless version of Seville. Watch Carmen toss her hair and stomp her feet, as the whole world seems to fall under her spell.
Set in a timeless version of Seville, Don Josè is training for the priesthood in his native Basque country. He suddenly kills a man in a quarrel and has to enlist in Seville's army. His mother and Micaëla, the girl who loves him and hopes to marry him, follow him to the south and reside in a village, near the city.
This French Opera has the ultimate femme fatale returning to the stage, where she tosses her hair and stomps her feet, and the whole world seems to fall under her spell. Revel in irresistible Spanish tunes, a sultry story, and the dark undercurrent of Carmen. Find out how Carme's and Don Josè's life intertwine, and the future of Don Josè.
Good For
Lovers of Opera | French Fanatics | Liesel Badorreck Fans
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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What our guests say
David
Dec, 2022Verified booking
Great show and production - great location - well organised (shuttle ferry) and customer assistance on the island. What can you do about the weather???? It was the coldest I have ever been in my life!! :-))
Annette
Dec, 2022Verified booking
The artists were outstanding, venue good, ticketing good Weather lousy howling winds and cold but apart from that a good experience. I would go again and hopefully with better weather.
Leanne
Dec, 2022Verified booking
Buying tickets to this impressive & very entertaining opera event was smooth and stress-feee. Everything about this evening worked well & the whole experience memorable. Would highly recommend Headout & Opera Australia goes without question!
Kevin
Dec, 2022Verified booking
Well organised and run, from ferries ro onsite food and seating.. stage could have been 500mm higher to give a better sight line from our seas..all in all a good night
Josh
Dec, 2022Verified booking
Ticketing was very easy and streamlined upon arrival. We thought the whole production was excellent and the setting was phenominal. Have recommended to a lot of friends.
Show Details
Genre: Opera
Duration: 2 hrs 45 min (including one interval)
Opening Date: 25 Nov 2022
Closing Date: 18 Dec 2022
Theatre Name: Eastern Apron and Bolt Wharf
Theatre Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, Pop-up bars, Eateries, Undercover restaurant
Dress Code: Smart casual
Seating
Eastern Apron and Bolt Wharf at Cockatoo Island have a seating capacity of 5,000.
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
Carmen - Carmen Topciu, Sian Sharp
Don Josè - Roberto Aronica, Diego Torre
Escamillo - Daniel Sumegi, Alexander Sefton
** Conductor**
Tahu Matheson
Director
Liesel Badorrek
Choreographer
Shannon Burns
Additional Tips
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The opera is sung in French with English subtitles.
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This production contains adult themes, sexual references, and depictions of violence against women.
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Cockatoo Island is an open-air and all-weather venue. Please come prepared so that you are as comfortable as possible.
Schedule
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Tue to Sun: 7:45pm
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The performance runs from 25 Nov 2022 to 18 Dec 2022.
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You will receive an email confirmation along with your mobile voucher shortly after you book the tickets.
We would recommend reaching the Theatre at least 30 minutes prior to your show.
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