Smuggler, seductress, risk-taker, rebel. Who is this woman that turns every head?
When Carmen meets Don José, sparks fly. She won’t give up her freedom, and Don José won’t give up his girl. Their smouldering passion sets the stage for tragedy.
This visceral opera is thrilling from the moment the curtain rises and the orchestra races away with the overture. It features the famous Toreador song, the Habanera and moving Flower song.
One of Australia’s great theatre directors, Anne-Louise Sarks offers a bold new production of the opera classic. This is a Carmen for our time, asking urgent questions about opera’s iconic femme fatale, whose dance with destiny ends in disaster.
Australian opera sensation Danielle de Niese opens the season with an exciting role debut.
Presented by Opera Australia
Event Details:
Dates: 10 July – 19 September 2025
Duration: This performance will run for 2 hours and 50 minutes, with an interval.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Ages: Not available however based on the warnings we would suggest 14 years+.
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.Location: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Notes: Performed in French with English surtitles
Notes: This production contains adult themes, including sexual references and violence against women.