About RB&O: Carmen
The Royal Ballet & Opera Cinema Season 2026/27 presents...
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera.
An all-star cast brings this white-hot drama to life, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the fiery title role, alongside Russell Thomas as the jealous and despairing Don José. Following his 2023 Royal Opera debut, Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct Bizet’s electrifying and sensual score.
Introductory prices for the new season
The Royal Opera & Ballet is a wonderful opportunity to see world-class arts in Worthing. We have introduced a £5 ticket for first time ROH bookers, so you can give it a try and see if you like it, we've also added concession tickets for Under 25's to make the season more accessible. There's never been a better time to try Opera and Ballet!
Cast
Carmen GINGER COSTA-JACKSON
Don José RUSSELL THOMAS
Micaëla ADRIANA GONZÁLEZ
Escamillo ALEXANDER VINOGRADOV
Creatives
Music GEORGES BIZET
Libretto HENRI MEILHAC, LUDOVIC HALÉVY
Conductor SESTO QUATRINI
Director DAMIANO MICHIELETTO
Approximate running time: about 3h35m, including one interval. Sung in French with English subtitles.
This is a cinema event. Broadcast from The Royal Ballet & Opera House
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