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Georges Bizet – Carmen | Opera
Libretto Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy

 

A symbol of Mediterranean femininity and of the eternal conflict between freedom and destiny, Bizet’s Carmen will conclude the season on 10 and 12 April in a production curated by the Comunale of Modena, in co-production with the Emilia theatres of Piacenza and Ravenna, and with a new staging presented together with the OperaLombardia network. The musical direction will be entrusted to Audrey Saint-Gil, a conductor specializing in French opera, while the staging will be curated by Stefano Vizioli, an internationally renowned director. Among the principal performers are Maria Kataeva, Joseph Dahdah, Gianluca Failla, and Jaquelina Livieri.

Program and cast

Georges Bizet - CARMEN
Libretto Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy

 

Carmen Maria Kataeva
Micaela Jaquelina Livieri
Frasquita Donatella De Luca
Mercédès Elena Antonini
Don José Joseph Dahdah
Escamillo Gianluca Failla
Il Dancairo William Allione
Il Remendado Matteo Urbani
Zuniga Tiziano Rosati
Moralès Matteo Torcaso

 

Conductor Audrey Saint-Gil
Director Stefano Vizioli
Set Design Emanuele Sinisi
Costumes Anna Maria Heinreich
Lighting Vincenzo Raponi
Choreography Piero Vanelli
Visual Artist Davide Giannoni

 

Emilia-Romagna Arturo Toscanini Orchestra
Lyric Choir of Modena
Chorus Master Giovanni Farina
Children’s Voices of the Teatro Comunale di Modena
Children’s Choir Master Paolo Gattolin

 

Co-production Fondazione Teatro Comunale di Modena, Fondazione Teatri di Piacenza, Fondazione Ravenna Manifestazioni/Teatro Alighieri
Production in co-production with OperaLombardia

Teatro Comunale Pavarotti-Freni Modena

Teatro Comunale Pavarotti-Freni Modena is one of Italy’s most prestigious theatres, renowned for its rich history and world-class performances. Named in honor of opera legend Luciano Pavarotti and soprano Mirella Freni, the theatre hosts a diverse program including opera, ballet, classical music, and musicals. Located in the heart of Modena, it offers visitors an exceptional cultural experience with stunning architecture and acoustics. Whether attending a historic opera, a contemporary ballet, or a classical concert, audiences can enjoy top-tier performances in an elegant, intimate setting. The theatre also provides easy online ticketing and up-to-date schedules, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and international visitors.

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