From the very first note of the much-loved overture to the final tragic chords, the very essence of Spain is brought to life in this acclaimed in-the-round production of the world’s most popular opera. The dusty atmosphere of the town square, the cool night air of the smugglers’ mountain hideout and the festivities outside the bullring in Seville are all vividly recreated in this powerful tale of lust, superstition and murder slowly unravelling with fatal consequences.

Bizet’s rich and timeless score contains some of opera’s finest arias and best-loved music. Escamillo’s rousing Song of the Toreador, Carmen’s bewitching Seguidilla and tantalizing Habanera and Don José’s heartfelt Flower Song never fail to captivate audiences, seducing them with the sensual music and sultry rhythms of Spain.

Following its highly acclaimed seasons in 2002 and 2005, this spectacular in-the-round production returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a strictly limited season of just 12 performances.