Carmen, The Cabaret
In a bold and original move, Faena Theater is set to present a formidable cabaret rendition of Georges Bizet’s 19th-century opera “Carmen,” reimagined by the creative minds at Quixotic, an award-winning performance art collective.
ARTICLE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN FAENA JOURNAL ISSUE #57 • SUMMER 2024
“We are honored and excited to be creating an immersive cabaret version of the classic and timeless story of Carmen,” said Anthony Magliano, founder and executive creative director of Quixotic. Premiered in 1875, “Carmen” is a tale of passion and tragedy set in Spain. It follows the fiery and free-spirited gypsy Carmen and her explosive love affair with soldier Don José, a relationship wrought with jealousy and betrayal. Renowned for its vibrant music and dramatic storyline, the original opera unfolds in four acts featuring iconic pieces like “Habanera” and the “Toreador Song.”
Quixotic, in collaboration with Faena Live, will breathe new life and ideas into the story of Carmen, marrying the fierce passion of flamenco with fire artistry, live music, breathtaking visuals, and mixed styles of contemporary dance forms. “This show is a celebration of the past and present, brought to life in a spectacular, immersive performance,” added Magliano.
The music for this latest production of “Carmen” is an eclectic modern mix of flamenco and pop with a dash of hip-hop. “It’s a melting pot of new and classic music that weaves together the story of Carmen in a fresh way,” noted Shane Both, Quixotic’s musical director. “We are ecstatic to introduce two amazing singers: Bita, a vocalist and songwriter from Granada, Spain, and Mimi Barber from Ibiza, whose styles juxtapose beautifully.” Also joining the cast is brilliant flamenco guitarist Rodrigo Valdez and one of Miami’s top percussionists, Otto Santana Selis. “As with every production at Faena, we strive to bring multiple styles of music together to create something exciting for everyone,” said Both.
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