Passionate Inspirations

“And love awaits you. Toreador love awaits you. Toreador, toreador, Love is waiting for you.”  Translated to English from Bizet’s Toreado Song.

I’m transfixed as both the dramatic music and vivacious dancing crescendo – it feels wild and violent as Don José grabs Carmen’s hair and pulls her across the stage. Carlos Acosta’s Havana-based company produced their emotionally charged interpretation of Carmen in 2024 and again in 2026; perfect for this passionate company to demonstrate the style of dancing they do best.