Carmen is back – again. Opera Hong Kong’s fourth production of Georges Bizet’s masterpiece takes a bold approach by setting the story, not in 19th century Spain, but in 1970s Hong Kong, a fitting move for the local audience’s favourite opera.
East meets West can be a cliché – here, it worked superbly. The concept was executed brilliantly by director Jia Ding and an all-mainland Chinese design and production team, while strong performances from French singers in the leading roles and fine conducting from their countryman Franck Colombier ensured an authentic reading of the music and libretto.
