Review: Cincinnati Opera’s “Carmen” Burns with Passion and Tension
Love knows no law. If you don’t love me, I will love you, and if I love you–beware.
July 30, 2026
Love knows no law. If you don’t love me, I will love you, and if I love you–beware.
Cincinnati Opera company presents Carmen as a stunning visual performance as well as a feast for the ears.
It is an epic tale about resisting tyranny, reclaiming identity, and discovering that hope can flourish even after generations of oppression.
The talent of the cast is simply breathtaking.
Kathryn Lewek delivers a Salome that is mercurial—flirtatious, ecstatic, zoned out, commanding, and childlike, often within the same breath.
The night belongs to Salome, Kathryn Lewek. Her soprano is up to this challenging role. The musical range is demanding but she manages it with
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At the Know Theatre this weekend, something funny is happening. Literally.
Neil’s advice to anyone curious about improv is simple: give it a try.