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Step into a world of heat, danger & desire with Carmen, the English National Opera's new production at the London Coliseum
A gripping tale of passion pushed to the edge. One of opera’s most iconic works, this electrifying revival is a must-see for first-timers and seasoned fans alike.
Show details:
- Dates: 8th October - 5th November 2025
- Age guidance: 5+
- Duration: 2 hours 50 minutes (including interval)
- Venue: London Coliseum, London WC2N 4ES
About Carmen
Don José is a soldier with a steady life — until he meets Carmen. She’s magnetic, fearless, and impossible to resist. But what begins as infatuation quickly spirals into obsession. When Carmen’s heart shifts toward the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo, jealousy ignites, and Don José’s world unravels.
This is no fairytale romance — it’s a collision course with tragedy.
Set against the backdrop of 1970s Spain during the final days of Franco’s dictatorship, this bold staging — originally directed by Calixto Bieito — strips away the romantic gloss to reveal the raw, political undercurrents of the story. Expect sun-scorched landscapes, simmering tension, and a visual style as provocative as the plot.
Bizet’s score is a masterclass in melody and drama. From the sultry swagger of the “Habanera” to the bravado of the Toreador Song, every note pulses with life.
With more instantly recognisable tunes than any other opera, Carmen is a thrilling ride from first note to final curtain.
London Coliseum
Seven Dials,
London,
England,
WC2N 4ES
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- Bar
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access
Yes! They have:
- Two wheelchair spaces in the stalls, two wheelchair spaces in the dress circle and four wheelchair space in the stalls boxes
- Transfer seats for those who are able to transfer out of their wheelchairs – four in the dress circle and six in the balcony
- Adapted unisex toilets on four out of five levels of the London Coliseum: basement, stalls, dress circle and balcony