The most popular opera of all time, Carmen is the story of a woman whose lust - and tragedy - is to live on her own terms. Our Carmen is Milena Kitic, the fiery mezzo-soprano who received rave critical acclaim in our April 2006 Aïda as Amneris. Alongside Ms. Kitic is sensational tenor Chad Shelton, who makes his Opera Pacific debut in the role of Don Jose. The story overflows with Latin flair, featuring vibrant sun-splashed sets, the powerful Opera Pacific chorus, and toreadors, soldiers and gypsies galore.