RALEIGH, N.C. -- A big time production of one of the most well known operas is now just one day from premiere. 

• Bizet’s CARMEN is one of the most popular and recognizable operas in the world
• Featuring hypnotic dancing, human drama, and major hit songs, the story relates to those who’ve never even heard an opera
• For show and ticket information visit their website

CARMEN combines beautiful music in French, with English subtitles, telling a dramatic love story with a twist.  It's lead by a blossoming internationally acclaimed conductor, Keitaro Harada, who sat down with Spectrum News anchor Caroline Blair for a look at the show.

Bizet’s CARMEN is one of the most popular and recognizable operas in the world, in part thanks to it’s well known music. It tells the story of the alluring gypsy Carmen, who attracts many men, but wants the soldier Don José.  But their torn love and another suitor come to prove attraction can turn fatal. 

Featuring hypnotic dancing, human drama, and major hit songs, Harada says the story relates to those who’ve never even heard an opera.

Born in Tokyo, Japan and now traveling the world with his craft, Harada is proud to present CARMEN with the help of professional opera singers and local North Carolina Talent. The show takes place on Friday, January 25 at 7:30pm and Sunday, January 27 at 2pm.  For show and ticket information visit their website.