The Royal Commission for Riyadh City announced that one of the world’s most renowned operas, “Carmen,” will be performed for the first time in Saudi Arabia at King Fahad Cultural Center from September 4 to 6.
The performance is part of the Saudi-China Cultural Year 2025, which commemorates 35 years of diplomatic relations between the countries.
The opera will be presented by the China National Opera House, as part of ongoing efforts to enrich Riyadh's cultural landscape and bring world-class artistic performances to the city, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in making the arts a central element of daily life in the capital.
Carmen is a masterpiece by French composer Georges Bizet, first performed in 1875. Since then, it has become one of the most iconic works in opera history. Set in Spain, the story follows the bold and independent character of Carmen.
The performance in Riyadh will feature the opera’s full cast of international singers and musicians, offering a complete operatic experience that mirrors the world’s premier stages, all within a refined artistic atmosphere befitting the capital’s discerning audience.
