Carmen - Open Air Opera
2025
Edition 2025 — Finished
Edition 2025 — Opera in the Countryside
Carmen - May 2025: A Historic Premiere
On May 23, 24, and 25, 2025, the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou hosted the first production by Opéra en Campagne: Georges Bizet's Carmen. Under the musical direction of Pierre Ledru and in an original staging by Nicolas Gaudart, over 150 artists performed before a captivated audience.
On stage, 10 professional lyrical soloists, a symphony orchestra of 60 musicians, and two adult and children's choirs from the region brought one of the world's most popular operas to life. The three performances attracted over 3,000 spectators, who came from all over Perche and beyond to experience this unique lyrical event in a rural setting.
Programme
Program
- Friday, May 23: Bizet's Carmen – Performance
- Saturday, May 24: Bizet's Carmen – Performance
- Sunday, May 25: Bizet's Carmen – Performance
Staging: Nicolas Gaudart. Musical Direction: Pierre Ledru. 10 lyrical soloists, symphony orchestra of 60 musicians, adult and children's choirs.
Highlights
2025 Highlights
- First production by Opéra en Campagne
- Over 150 artists on stage
- 3,000 spectators over three performances
- Local choirs of adults and children from Perche