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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.

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Carmen

Tennessee Theatre

The BPO joins the international observance of the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s powerful masterwork that includes the “Ode to Joy.” Its message of unity and love continues to hearten millions around the world. Equally inspiring is the exhilarating performance of Nikki Chooi on Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.

Beethoven's Ninth

Kleinhans Music Hall

Beethoven’s Ninth

Conductor Nicholas McGegan’s sparkling performances are always Festival highlights. This mostly-Bach program features Awadagin Pratt in both a Bach keyboard concerto and Jesse Montgomery’s Rounds for piano and string orchestra, which he commissioned. Pratt has been long acclaimed for his musical insights and dynamic style. One of the crown jewels of Bach’s sacred works, Magnificat, will be performed by a stellar chorus of singers from the Aspen Opera Theatre Vocal Arts program. This uplifting concert in the intimate setting of Harris Concert Hall is sure to delight and inspire you!

A Baroque Evening with Nicholas McGegan conductor

Aspen Meadows Resort

WNO’s acclaimed commissioning program for contemporary American opera enters its tenth exciting season.

This season, three talented composer-librettist teams—B.E. Boykin and Jarrod Lee, Jens Ibsen and Cecelia Raker, and Silen Wellington and Walken Schweigert—showcase their three new one-act operas.

American Opera Initiative (AOI) mentorship is led by newly appointed AOI Artistic Advisor and librettist Kelley Rourke, librettist and filmmaker Kimberly Reed, composer Carlos Simon, and WNO Principal Conductor Evan Rogister, who will lead a chamber orchestra of WNO Orchestra members. The concert staging will be directed by WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.

Mezzo-soprano

Hannah Shea

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 21, 2026

Jubilee & Joy: Green & Beethoven · Lexington Philharmonic

Past events

24 - 26 Oct, 2025

Carmen · Knoxville Opera

11 - 12 May, 2024

Beethoven's Ninth · Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Mercédès in Carmen by Bizet

Knoxville Opera

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