Killing Carmen

Killing Carmen – Volksoper Wien

Bizet's classic reimagined – a unique musical experience!

Discover the famous story of Carmen like never before – an exciting reinterpretation combining opera, jazz, flamenco, western, pop, and musical styles.

Carmen, the legendary symbol of freedom, foresees her own fate in the finale of Bizet's masterpiece – moments later, she falls victim to her former lover Don José. But what does her death signify? A relationship tragedy or a reflection of societal issues? What void does her absence leave behind?

Following the acclaimed productions The Magic Flute – The opera but not the opera and Chess Story, Nils Strunk and Lukas Schrenk once again revisit a repertoire classic at Volksoper Wien. Together with musician Gabriel Cazes, they create a cross-genre production that reinterprets Bizet’s unforgettable melodies within a fascinating musical universe.

Look forward to an innovative production performed in German, French, and English with surtitles – full of energy, emotion, and musical variety.

Get your tickets now and experience Killing Carmen at the Volksoper Wien!

Place

Volksoper Vienna – A Musical Theater of Tradition, Diversity, and Joy

The Volksoper Vienna is one of Austria’s leading opera houses and an essential part of Vienna’s vibrant cultural scene. Renowned for its diverse program, which includes opera, operetta, musicals, and ballet, it provides high-quality entertainment appealing to audiences of all ages.

Since its opening in 1898, the Volksoper has delighted visitors with charming productions, outstanding artists, and a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Among the classics regularly performed are world-famous operettas such as Johann Strauss’s "Die Fledermaus" or Franz Lehár’s "The Merry Widow," along with renowned operas, musicals, and contemporary performances.

The Volksoper is celebrated for its lively atmosphere and audience-friendly performances, focusing equally on entertainment and musical excellence.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• U6 Station Währinger Straße – Volksoper – direct access

• Lines 40, 41, 42 (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop) – directly in front of the venue

• Line 40A (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop)