Carmen Tickets

Carmen overview

Why Experience Carmen Live Discover the allure of Carmen, a captivating character known for her daring spirit and romantic entanglements.

Your Experience

Experience highlights

• ###### Opening Date 2025-07-10 ###### Closing Date 2025-09-19 ###### Duration 2 hr 50 min with interval ###### Age Limit Suitable for 15+ yrs ## Highlights ### Why Watch *Carmen*?
• - The brilliant production by Melbourne Theatre Company’s Anne-Louise Sarks offers a fresh take on Bizet’s revolutionary opera, making it relevant to contemporary society.
• - Carmen’s music has been acclaimed for its confluence of harmony, melody and orchestration, and Bizet’s ability to represent the suffering of his characters through the opera.
• - The talented cast featuring Danielle de Niese, Rihab Chaieb, Sian Sharp, and Angela Hogan in the titular role, will leave you spellbound with their powerful performances.
• ## About Show A story of passion, freedom, and tragedy, *Carmen* is an iconic opera that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
• This production, directed by Anne-Louise Sarks, breathes new life into Bizet’s classic, making it a must-see for both seasoned opera lovers and newcomers.
• With four extraordinary Carmens performing throughout the season, this is a unique opportunity to witness a range of interpretations of this iconic role.
• The show also features a dynamic cast of singers and an exquisite set design that will transport you to the heart of the story.

Know Before You Go

Ticket delivery and entry

• Upon booking, you will promptly receive an email containing your Carmen voucher. For seamless entry, kindly present the voucher on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID.

Confirmation

• You will receive an email confirmation and mobile voucher shortly.
• Your tickets can be picked up at the Box Office of the Sydney Opera House about an hour before the performance.
• Remember to bring a valid photo ID for ticket collection.
• We suggest arriving at the Theatre at least 30 minutes before your show starts for a smooth experience.

Carmen — frequently asked questions

How long does this experience take?

Allow 2.8 hours. This is the scheduled length of the experience; it varies with the ticket type you select and how busy the attraction is on the day.

Can I cancel this booking?

No. This ticket is non-refundable once booked, so it cannot be cancelled for a refund and no partial refund is given for unused entry. Check the date and ticket type before paying.

Do I need to print this ticket?

No. This is a mobile ticket, so the confirmation on your phone is accepted at entry. No printing and no voucher exchange is required unless the confirmation says otherwise.

More about Carmen

Essential Information Performance Details Genre : Opera Audience Recommendation : Ages 15 and above Venue : Joan Sutherland Theatre Explore the seating arrangements at the venue using the Joan Sutherland Theatre seating plan Facilities : Restrooms, opera bar, kitchen and portside, parking, cloakrooms, food, and beverages Accessibility : Wheelchair access, pram parking, escalators, elevators, surtitles, accessible passageway, hearing loop Dress Code : Smart casual Cast and Production Team Conductors : Lidiya Yankovskaya (July 10 – Aug 4), Natalie Murray Beale (Aug 7 – Sep 1), Tahu Matheson (Sep