Carmen is a 19th-century opera by French composer Georges Bize. It is one of the most beloved works of the operatic form, although it initially shocked audiences by breaking conventions and expectations.
Orchestra performance
Carmen is a timeless masterpiece that captivates audiences with its captivating story and passionate music. Set in Spain, the film tells the story of Carmen, a passionate woman who finds herself entangled with jealous, obsessed men. This iconic character embarks on a tragic path when she meets Don José, an army corporal looking for love.
Carmen, performed by the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet, is condensed into 120 minutes but still retains the value of a classic. Along with traditional elements, VNOB's Carmen has a modern innovation. Audiences will experience the vibrant blend of the original masterpiece in the present day setting of a 21st century pub with seductive Tap dance as well as the youthful rhythm of K-Pop. The dramatic story is vividly portrayed, with colorful costumes and vibrant choreography, adding visual richness to the work.
Female artist Dao To Loan
By bringing Carmen to the stage this time, the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet Theater hopes to bring the audience to the truly pinnacle of Opera art interspersed with attractive and modern choreography. Meritorious Artist Phan Manh Duc, Theater Director and Artistic Director, shared: "Having been implementing the right artistic criteria, we hope to bring the audience a real feeling of a world-class Opera work, skillful Opera techniques and the acting ability of the artists, creating a romantic, charming and artistic space, meeting the increasing enjoyment needs of the public".
Conductor Dong Quang Vinh
The special thing about the Carmen production that the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet Theater introduces to the public is the smooth coordination between a cast of famous and experienced elite artists such as Meritorious Artist Huy Duc, Mezzo Soprano Huong Diep, powerful Terno voice Anh Vu, ... and the youth of talented artists such as Lan Nhung - First Prize, Truong Linh - Second Prize of the National Chamber - Musical - Choir Singing Competition 2023 ... with the participation of famous Ballet artists such as First Prize Dance Talent 2022 Duc Hieu... Carmen by VNOB continues to have the participation of the Hanoi Voices International Choir. Each artist, each actor has their own personality and appeal, all contributing to creating a quality and emotional work of art.
Director Leung Siu Kwan, Cindy
In particular, the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet Theater invited Ms. Leung Siu Kwan, Cindy, one of the leading Opera directors in Hong Kong (China) and who has directed this Opera 7 times, to stage. To create a new perspective on modern women as well as create some highlights, Ms. Cindy decided to stage the Opera Carmen for VNOB with many changes. She shared: "I want to bring Carmen closer to the trend of modern art. Therefore, along with the tradition that has been built for hundreds of years, Carmen of VNOB will bring the breath of the new era with dances that young people are fond of such as Tap Dance, K-Pop. On the other hand, Carmen 2024 will help change the way people look at women. Carmen of VNOB will be a beautiful, confident, powerful woman who is loved by many people, not a flirtatious girl who specializes in flirting and ruining men's careers"./.
Leung Siu Kwan (Cindy) received her Master of Arts (Music) from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and her Bachelor of Music (Honours) (majoring in voice and piano) from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKADC). She was awarded an Italian Consulate Scholarship to further her studies in Italy. She later received a project grant from the Hong Kong Arts Development Council for her research on the development of Opera in Hong Kong, from which she wrote a series of research papers including History of Opera in Hong Kong - Reviews of the Works of Lo Kingman. She has also published ABRSM Sound Guide and Demo Series: ABRSM and Trinity College Examinations for Voice. Leung is currently the General Manager of Musica Viva Limited.
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