Carmen Jones: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Carmen Jones revolves around a factory worker who seduces a soldier named Joe, leading him away from his fiancée, Cindy Lou. As Carmen and Joe’s passionate affair unfolds, it sets off a chain of events filled with jealousy, betrayal, and tragedy. Carmen Jones explores themes of love, desire, and the consequences of passion, capturing the intensity of George Bizet’s original opera.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Golden Age (1943)

Cast Size: 25+

Genre: Drama

Setting: 1940s / USA


Creative Team

Music: Georges Bizet

Lyrics/Book: Oscar Hammerstein II


Awards

Laurence Olivier Award: Best New Musical (1992)


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (1943)➝

Studio Cast (1967)➝


Licensing

Carmen Jones is available for licensing through Concord Theatricals.

UK: License Here➝

USA/Canada: License Here➝


Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1940s, Dramatic, Golden Age, Large Cast, OperaticTragedy


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