Carmen

• Underwritten by:
• Federal Data Systems
• Hanna and Michael Haskett
• Ina and Fenner Milton

Paata Tsikurishvili and Nathan Weinberger
Directed by Paata Tsikurishvili
Choreographed by Irina Tsikurishvili
Set and costume design by Anastasia R. Simes
Original music composed by Konstantine Lortkipanidze
Violin: Rafael Javadov
Guitar: Serge Krichemko
Piano: Konstantine Lortkipanidze

The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, Family Theater
May 29 - June 15, 2008

The Rosslyn Spectrum
June 19 - June 28, 2008

This sizzling adaptation of Prosper Mérimée’s novella unfolds a double love triangle, resulting in a conundrum of uncontrolled passion and jealousy. Carmen, the irresistible gypsy beauty, takes a chance on forbidden love and ultimately pays for her desires. Resident Choreographer and 5-time Helen Hayes award-winner Irina Tsikurishvili performs the title role, infusing Carmen with fervor and brilliance.