New York City Opera Presents CARMEN: FREE in Bryant Park this Coming Friday

The Summer is about to get even hotter!

New York City Opera invites you to join us for a sizzling production of Carmen, presented FREE in Bryant Park this coming Friday, July 29th at 6:30 pm.

With the second installment of the Free Opera in The Parks series, New York City Opera continues its tradition of bringing opera to the people with this hour-long, staged in costume presentation of highlights from Bizet's beloved drama. A perfect introduction for newcomers of any age, we invite you to bring your friends, your family, and of course, your love, to this passionate evening. Unwind after the long week under the evening sky and listen to the innkeeper Lillas Pastia as he narrates the tempestuous story of the irresistible seductress, Carmen and her hapless lover, Don José.

FREE TICKET GIVEAWAYS! Friday is truly a "don't miss" event; everyone in the park that evening will have the chance to win a pair of tickets to opening night of New York City Opera's exciting double bill of Aleko & Pagliacci on September 9th ! We are also thrilled to be giving away a pair of tickets to the much-anticipated production ofCandide, directed by the legendary Hal Prince. Be there for your chance to win!

Please visit our Carmen in Bryant Park event page on Facebook and let us know you'll be there.

Can't join us on Friday? Please support New York City Opera so we can continue offering these free performances in Bryant Park. It is only through the generosity of people like you that City Opera can continue its legacy as The People's Opera, offering free performances, ticket prices starting at $20, and arts education programs.