Carmen 1994 - Articles Page 20

Opened: December 28, 1994
Closing: April 22, 1995

Carmen - 1994 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Charles Ludlam Theatre
1 Sheridan Square New York, NY 10014

Carmen, a sizzling opera composed by Georges Bizet, is a timeless tale of love, jealousy, and fiery passion. Debuting at the Opéra-Comique in Paris in 1875, Carmen broke conventions with its raw portrayal of human emotions and its unconventional heroine.

The libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy was based on Prosper Mérimée's novella of the same name, captivating audiences with its dramatic story.



The opera centers on Carmen, a free-spirited gypsy who works in a cigarette factory. Her fiery personality and independent spirit clash with Don José, a naive soldier who becomes infatuated with her. Carmen's heart belongs elsewhere, to the glamorous bullfighter Escamillo. This love triangle fuels a passionate and destructive chain of events.



Bizet's music is a captivating blend of Spanish rhythms and French lyricism. The opera features iconic arias like Carmen's seductive "Habanera" and Escamillo's rousing "Toreador Song," both instantly recognizable even by non-opera aficionados.

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Carmen - 1994 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 20

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Paula Leggett Chase of 'Curtains'
by Adrienne Onofri - May 9, 2007


A veteran of Broadway and regional theater, Paula spills her secrets for surviving injuries, finding love and simply enduring in the biz.

Mary Testa, Etc. Set for NYFOS' We Open in Paris
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2007


At 8 pm on Wednesday, May 9th and Thursday, May 10th, the New York Festival of Song will perform We Open in Paris. Paris is the backdrop for four musical theatre works in vest-pocket NYFOS productions, including Jacques Offenbach's La Vie Parisienne and Cole Porter's Fifty Million Frenchmen.

CENTERSTAGE BRINGS AUGUST WILSON'S FINAL CHAPTER OF 20TH-CENTURY AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE TO BALTIMORE
by James Howard - Mar 5, 2006


WHO: CENTERSTAGE WHAT: August Wilson's Radio Golf WHEN: March 24-April 30. Tuesday - Saturday: 8 pm; Sunday: 7:30 pm; Saturday & Sunday Matinee: 2 pm; and Wednesday Matinee: April 12th at 1 pm. HOW MUCH: $10-$65, with Student & Senior Discounts (half-price on the day of show) See article for further discounts.

Casting Announced for New David Marshall Grant Play PEN
by BWW News Desk - Feb 24, 2006


Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) has announced complete details for the fifth production of its 2005/2006 35th Anniversary Season, the World Premiere of PEN, a new play by David Marshall Grant.

Full Casting Announced for TARZAN, The Broadway Musical
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2005


The production will star Josh Strickland as Tarzan, Jenn Gambatese as Jane, Merle Dandridge as Kala, Shuler Hensley as Kerchak, Chester Gregory II as Terk, Timothy Jerome as Professor Porter and Donnie Keshawarz as Clayton. Daniel Manche and Alex Rutherford will alternate in the role of Young Tarzan.

Franco Dragone Announced as Director for Carmen, the Musical, to Hit Broadway 2006/2007
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2005


Robin de Levita, Dragone and The Firm have announced the creative team for CARMEN: The Musical, based on the classic 1845 novel by Prosper Mérimée, directed by Franco Dragone. With music by John Ewbank, and a book by Sarah Miles, a developmental staging will be work-shopped later this year, with a Broadway production targeted for the 2006/07 season.

Oscar Plays 1000th Producers Performance as Max, Sept. 1
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2005


Brad Oscar will mark his one thousandth performance as Max Bialystock in The Producers on September 1st

Oscar and Foster Return to The Producers, July 5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2005


Brad Oscar and Hunter Foster will once again charm audiences as Bialystock and Bloom in The Producers, beginning on July 5th

Full LENNON Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2005


Complete casting was announced today for the upcoming Broadway production of LENNON, the world premiere musical based on the life and songs of John Lennon. The cast includes Will Chase, Chuck Cooper, Julie Danao, Mandy Gonzalez, Marcy Harriell, Chad Kimball, Terrence Mann, Julia Murney, and Michael Potts.

Bourne's 'Nutcracker!' To Make US DEBUT in California
by Timothy Kuryak - Nov 8, 2004


Perhaps it's the weather, or that we're so close to Disney, where Matthew Bourne is adapting 'The Little Mermaid' for the Broadway stage, but once again California is going to be home to the US Premiere of the latest Matthew Bourne production!

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