# Event Details - **Event Name**: Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Une initiation conviviale et dynamique à différents opéras | A friendly and dynamic introduction to various operasAbout this EventEn collaboration avec l’Opéra de Montréal.La série Parlons opéra! propose une initiation conviviale et dynamique à différents opéras présentés au cours de la saison.Animée par le musicologue Pierre Vachon, en compagnie de chanteurs et d’un pianiste, Parlons opéra! plonge au cœur des œuvres en 75 minutes pour y aborder l'histoire, la musique, les voix, le contexte culturel, le compositeur, le style... et proposer des extraits musicaux par des chanteurs d'opéra.Carmen—Georges BizetL’Orchestre Métropolitain, sous la direction de Jean-Marie Zeitouni, insufflera à cette musique inoubliable toute sa beauté, sa vérité et son intensité, alors que les étoiles de l’art lyrique Rihab Chaieb, Arturo Chacón-Cruz, Magali Simard-Galdès et Ethan Vincent incarneront les personnages envoûtants de cette production.Incarnant liberté et passion, la fougueuse Carmen ensorcelle à Séville tous ceux qui croisent son chemin. Lorsque le loyal soldat Don José succombe à son charme, il abandonne tout pour elle et sombre dans une obsession destructrice. L’attrait de Carmen pour le charismatique toréador Escamillo déclenche chez José une jalousie fatale. Revendiquant sa liberté, Carmen affrontera la mort. Information : 514 989-5226 ou victoriahall@westmount.org______________________________________________________________________________________________________In collaboration with l’Opéra de Montréal.The Let's Talk Opera! series offers a friendly and dynamic introduction to various operas presented throughout the season.Hosted by musicologist Pierre Vachon, in the presence of singers and a pianist, Let's Talk Opera! dives deep into the heart of the works in 75 minutes to discuss the history, music, voices, cultural context, composer, style, etc., and offers musical excerpts by opera singers.Carmen—Georges BizetThis production will explore the full emotional range of Bizet’s tempestuous masterpiece — its beauty, its intensity, its truth — alongside a cast of operatic luminaries, including Rihab Chaieb, Arturo Chacón-Cruz, Magali Simard-Galdès, and Ethan Vincent.Carmen, enchantress of Seville, casts her spell over all who encounter her. Don José is no exception. A loyal soldier, he surrenders his post, morals, and soul as he is ravaged by the flames of obsession. When Carmen’s attention turns to the daring bullfighter Escamillo, José’s jealousy takes a dark and fatal turn. Free in love and in death, our legendary heroine meets her fate as only Carmen can — fearlessly.Information: 514 989-5226 or victoriahall@westmount.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/westmount/parlons-opéra-|-lets-talk-opera-—-carmen/100001981598444290 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Westmount - **state**: QC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Victoria Hall Community Centre - **lat**: 45.48118059999999 - **long**: -73.60004169999999 - **full address**: Victoria Hall Community Centre, 4626 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Westmount, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b7b40e59b20ddb31efcbee7e56aec8b9576cb84393ab1f16811579236eb82d13-rimg-w1200-h518-dc191a1b-gmir.jpg?v=1769659828 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen being held? - **A:** Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Victoria Hall Community Centre, 4626 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Westmount, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen? - **A:** Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen is organized by Événements communautaires - Ville de Westmount / Community Events - City of Westmount. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Événements communautaires - Ville de Westmount / Community Events - City of Westmount's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Événements communautaires - Ville de Westmount / Community Events - City of Westmount a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Événements communautaires - Ville de Westmount / Community Events - City of Westmount has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Parlons opéra! | Let's Talk Opera! — Carmen is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Westmount, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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