As part of the Union’s Theatre ESSENTIAL CLASSICS 2018 season comprising of Shaw’s HEARTBREAK HOUSE and Chekhov’s THE CHERRY ORCHARD, we are transported to Seville with CARMEN, a re-conceived musical theatre evening based of course on Bizet’s popular opera. The classic melodies bring warmth and memories to mind in this fun, sensual and funny show filled with talent.
Carmen takes place in 1808 at a time of civil unrest and political uncertainty, when Spain was occupied by the French. Down in Seville, it is hot and the cigarette factory workers, men and women alike, are resisting the occupation as much as they can. A local gypsy, Carmen, acts as a spy to try to get information from the Spanish collaborators. When a love story ensues between her and young Captain Velarde, who was previously very dutiful, love becomes blinding and leads to tragedy.
