9.5K views · 554 reactions | We present to you the first part of the legendary Opera-Ballet Carmen! Stunning vocals, mesmerizing dance, incredible sets - this is all in our Opera!​ ​ We will release the next part very soon, so don't miss it - subscribe to our page.​ ​ #Carmen #Opera #Ballet #Balletlovers #Operalovers #fulperformance #Bizet #classicalmusic #music #masterpiece #operaoftheday | Imperial Classical Ballet | Facebook

17K views · 313 reactions |  Bizet's CARMEN premiered #OnThisDay 150 years ago! The audience in 1875 was shocked by its blatant sexuality, portrayal of crime, and its unconventional heroine... ...but appetite for this eternally provocative piece has never dimmed and today, Carmen is THE most frequently performed opera worldwide. Here's the overture, with the Orchestra of Opera North under Garry Walker, filmed as part of Sky Arts 'Musical Masterpieces' | Opera North | Facebook