Carmen Sizzles

Are you ready for a drama-filled night of opera? The Royal Opera's production of Carmen is set to bring the heat to St Leonards-on-Sea, with a story of love, obsession, and destructive desire. Under the direction of Damiano Michieletto, this production casts a scorching light on the lust and violence that drives the characters.

With an all-star cast, including Ginger Costa-Jackson as the fiery Carmen and Russell Thomas as the jealous Don José, this production is sure to bring Bizet's popular opera to life. Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct the electrifying and sensual score, following his successful Royal Opera debut in 2023.

The event takes place on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, at the Kino-Teatr in St Leonards-on-Sea. Tickets and details are available with the button beside this article, so be sure to check it out and secure your spot for this thrilling opera. With its talented cast and searing production, The Royal Opera's Carmen is an event not to be overlooked.