Virginia Opera: Carmen

Virginia Opera presents Georges Bizet's sultry tragedy about opera's most famous femme fatale. Thrilling audiences for well over a century, this classic story follows Don José and his ill-fated obsession with the alluring gypsy, Carmen. When Carmen tosses aside the naive soldier for the handsome toreador, Escamillo, José's jealousy destroys them both. Filled with passion, betrayal, and jealousy, this heartrending tale - with its beloved melodies, including the well-known Habañera, and its fiery title role - is one of the most popular works in opera literature. Don't miss this electrifying Virginia Opera production of Bizet's sizzling opera. Sung in French with English supertitles.