"Carmen" Press Image Library
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On Saturday, October 17, 2026, LA Opera will celebrate its 40th birthday with a very special gala celebration following the opening night performance of Carmen.
Make a tax-deductible donation today, and you'll play a starring role in bringing opera to the stage by funding the efforts of the hundreds of artists and staff, who move us with their work.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, LA Opera will celebrate its 40th birthday with a very special gala celebration following the opening night performance of Carmen.
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Show curtain for Carmen (entr'acte before Act Four) by director/designer Thaddeus Strassberger
Set design for Carmen (Act Two: Lillas Pastia's tavern at night) by director/designer Thaddeus Strassberger
Mezzo-soprano Rihab Chaieb sings the title role in Carmen (photo: Gaetz Photography)
Mezzo-soprano Rihab Chaieb sings the title role in Carmen (photo: Gaetz Photography)
Bass-baritone Liam James Karai sings the role of Escamillo in Carmen (photo: Carloline Winnicker)
Soprano Kathleen O'Mara sings the role of Micaëla in Carmen. (Photo: Dario Acosta)