Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre and South West Opera Company Inc. present

GEORGE BIZET’S CARMEN

Set in the sultry streets of Seville, Carmen is a timeless tale of desire, defiance, and deadly passion.

At its heart is Carmen, a fiercely independent and magnetic gypsy woman who lives by her own rules and refuses to be tamed. Her bold spirit and unapologetic pursuit of freedom captivate everyone she encounters – including Don José, a soldier whose infatuation with her quickly spirals into obsession and ignites a chain of events that neither can escape.

With its heart-pounding score, fiery flamenco rhythms, and iconic arias like “Habanera” and “Toreador Song,” Carmen is one of opera’s most electrifying and unforgettable experiences. Don’t miss your chance to see this timeless classic live on stage.

CREDITS

Music by Georges Bizet
Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy
English Version by Ian Gledhill
Director Mary-Ellen Sutherland
Musical Director Marguerite Monagle

LEAD CAST

Carmen Morgan Halket
Don Jose Keaton Staszewski-Hose
Micaela Claire Bailey
Escamillo Ben Talbot
Zuniga Ron Tait
Morales Matthew Winter
Frasquita Michelle Doake
Mercedes Gabrielle Chadwick
Remendado Ashley Hastie
Dancairo Rob Hill
Pastia Angela Babb

ABOUT SWOC

Since 1986 The South West Opera Company Inc. (SWOC) has strived to bring the people of the South West and beyond a taste of quality music and theatrical experiences. Over many years, in partnership with BREC, SWOC have produced works of exceptional quality.

It’s most outstanding, ambitious, and successful production to date, was that of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical The Phantom of the Opera in 2018. With sold out shows and standing ovations at every curtain call, SWOC received great acclaim for the outstanding work – including a number of Robert Finley Award (WA Amateur Theatre Association) nominations and awards.

In 2021, SWOC and BREC collaborated again to bring its third production of the highly popular musical, Les Misérables, to the stage. Praise and awards were once again bestowed upon the production with audiences leaving the theatre in awe of the amateur company’s talent and energy.

Other highly successful shows presented at BREC include Beauty and the Beast in 2014, The Fiddler on the Roof in 2016, and The Pirates of Penzance in 2023.

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