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For Ballet Hispánico’s upcoming season at New York City Center from May 29-June 1, the company will present Gustavo Ramírez Sansano's “Carmen.maquia,” a contemporary take on the timeless story at the heart of George Bizet’s unforgettable opera “Carmen.” The tragic tale of Carmen, a fiery gypsy woman, who captivates both Don José, a soldier, and the bullfighter Escamillo with her independent spirit and allure, revolves around universal themes—love, passion, and jealousy—culminating in violence. Wanting to know about the special blend of ingredients that went into this boldly reimagined Carmen, I sat down with artistic director Eduardo Villaro for a discussion about the work. The conversation yielded insight into what makes this production so uniquely vibrant and why it is a relevant work for today and for Ballet Hispánico’s core mission to reimagine how Latinx culture is celebrated on the global stage.
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Yellow caution tape dangles from the doorway to the Jerome Robbins Theater and ropes off every row of seats.
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Continue ReadingFor Ballet Hispánico’s upcoming season at New York City Center from May 29-June 1, the company will present Gustavo Ramírez Sansano's “Carmen.maquia,” a contemporary take on the timeless story at the heart of George Bizet’s unforgettable opera “Carmen.”
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