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Arrangement 9
Carmen
G. Bizet
Carmen is undoubtedly one of the most popular and most performed operas in the world. Its premiere in 1875 at the Opéra-Comique in Paris, however, was only a moderate success: The outrageous new realism, the brutality and vehemence in the actors’ actions, and not least the shady milieu, overwhelmed the conventional Parisian audience, which was stuck in old patterns of thought.
The opera is set around 1820 in Seville, Andalusia, and is based on the novella of the same name by Prosper Merimée. The libretto was co-produced by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy (nephew of composer Jacques Fromental Halévy and also cousin of Georges Bizet’s wife). Shortly after its premiere, Carmen began its triumphal march across the world via Vienna and the rest of Europe, a triumph that continues to this day.
The theme and plot of this opera inspired numerous artists to create independent works, and various (opera and dance) films as well as ballets were made. Georges Bizet (1838-1875), however, unfortunately did not live to see the triumph of his sensual and passionate masterpiece. Exactly three months to the day after the first performance, he succumbed to a fatal heart attack at the age of only 36.
Carmen, G. Bizet, the 12.
Anja Bihlmaier - Diane Paulus
Aigul Akhmetshina, Janai Brugger, Evan Leroy Johnson, Lukasz Golinski
Glyndebourne Opera
Tristan und Isolde, R. Wagner, the 14.
Robin Ticciati - Nikolaus Lehnhoff
Miina-Liisa Värelä, Karen Cargill, Stuart Skelton, Samuel Sakker, Shenyang, Franz-Josef Selig
Glyndebourne Opera



Hotel informations for Glyndebourne 9
Glyndebourne, Gravetye Manor Glyndebourne, Gravetye Manor
Gravetye Manor ****
The 17 bedrooms and suites at Gravetye Manor **** are named after tree species found on the estate. Rich fabrics, fine antiques and hand crafted beds emphasise the classical beauty of the interiors, whilst floral themes bring the garden into the manor. All rooms are individually furnished, providing the highest standards of comfort.
The gardens at Gravetye Manor are a very special place and can be considered amongst the most influential in English gardening history.
Glyndebourne, The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Glyndebourne, The Grand Hotel Eastbourne
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne *****
Affectionately known as The White Palace, the hotel commands breathtaking views of the sea and the dramatic cliffs at Beachy Head. Grand by name but not by nature, The Grand Hotel Eastbourne ***** is a landmark on the Eastbourne seafront. The Grand is located only a short walk from the Pier in one direction, and the glorious Sussex downs in the other, so the ideal place for exploring this charming corner of East Sussex. The Hotel offers a complete range of leisure facilities including a luxury outdoor swimming pool and a choice of dining options that includes arguably the finest gourmet restaurant on the entire south coast.
Glyndebourne, Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club Glyndebourne, Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club ****
The Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club **** is an old Victorian residence of the 19th century situated about half an hour away from Gatwick airport and 25 kilometres away from the Festival. This charming hotel, surrounded with a big 75-hectare park offers 95 richly decorated rooms in the sheer British tradition, a restaurant, a golf course and a Country Club offering a wide range of activities.



All-inclusive price per person for Glyndebourne 9
Single room/ night
Gravetye Manor
4.960,- Euro
340-360,- Euro
The Grand Hotel Eastbourne
3.730,- Euro
290,- Euro
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club
3.630,- Euro
250-270,- Euro



The price includes
Overnights including breakfast, good opera tickets, scheduled flight, return taxi transfers, festival transfers, traditional picnic including porter serviice, travel cancellation expenses insurance.