THE FIERY CLASSIC RETURNS

Living life on her own terms in sultry Seville, the drama starts when Carmen catches the eye of the soldier, Don José, and desire quickly turns into obsession. Add in the swagger of star bullfighter Escamillo, a touch of jealousy, and one of the most iconic scores in opera history.

As irresistible as its heroine, Bizet’s Carmen is a masterpiece of operatic drama and unforgettable music—including the iconic Habanera and Toreador Song. Join us at the Tennessee Theatre for this classic tale of passion, freedom, and fatal consequences.

Sung in French with projected English Translations.

Tickets start at just $35.
Special tickets are available for grade school students—check out Penny4Arts here.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24
7:30 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
2:30 PM

This project is being supported in whole or in part by federal award number 21.027 awarded to Knox County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Arts & Culture Alliance.
This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number SLFRP5534 awarded to the State of Tennessee by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

DISCOVER THE HISTORY

Step further into Bizet’s world during our pre-show talk at the East Tennessee Historical Society, located across from the Tennessee Theatre.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24
6:30 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
1:30 PM

Pre-show talks begin 1 hour before the show and run for 40 minutes.

MEET THE CAST

Noam Aviel

Conductor

Keturah Stickann

Director

Renée Tatum

Carmen

Ben Gulley

Don José

Jonathan Patton

Escamillo

Karen Chia-ling Ho

Micaëla

HELPFUL INFO

Directions to the Tennessee Theatre can be found here. For the easiest access to the theatre, we recommend using the State Street Parking Garage.

Questions about what to expect when attending the opera? Check out our FAQ’s here!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Our sponsors help enrich Knoxville with programs like this as we continue to develop a vibrant arts community that unites people in unforgettable ways.