Club Classique: Highlights from Carmen (reinvented)

Carmen by George Bizet

Bizet's revolutionary opera Carmen from 1875 is all about seduction, passion and drama. The Spanish femme fatale Carmen enchants the soldier Don José, but at the same time she sings about free love in the famous Habanera 'L'amour est un oiseau rebelle' (Love is a rebellious bird). At least as well-known is the tough and rousing Toreador song by Don José's competitor. The exotic Spanish sounds and the colourful story make Carmen one of the most beloved operas ever.

Carmen reinvented

During Pride Amsterdam, Club Classique and a range of drag queens will give a daring twist to Bizet's famous opera. The seductive Carmen, the symbol of freedom, rebellion and authenticity, will be played by soprano Maayan Licht, a male soprano who storms the international stages with his exceptionally high voice. In his role as Carmen, he wraps all men around his finger and shows that you can be proud of who you really are. Club Classique interweaves classical music, opera and drag art into a dazzling performance.