Ballet Hispánico, America’s largest Latin/Hispanic dance organization, celebrates 150 years of “Carmen” with a reimagined style at New York City Center from May 29 to June 1.
“CARMEN.maquia” reimagines Georges Bizet’s classic opera, “Carmen,” with inspiration from Gustavo Ramírez Sansano’s Piccaso-inspired contemporary style – a unique tradition that the company prides itself on. The unique choreography combines contemporary dance with nods to the Spanish paso doble and flamenco.
Since its debut in 1875, “Carmen” has become a timeless cultural icon, inspiring a generation of composers, choreographers and writers, hoping to emulate Bizet’s creativity. In the 55th Emerald Anniversary for Ballet Hispánico, Sansano’s creativity in “CARMEN.maquia” will leave attendees blown away with a unique twist to the classic.
“We are thrilled to celebrate 150 years of Bizet with our very own Carmen. CARMEN.maquia is an essential piece of Ballet Hispánico’s repertory, and Gustavo Ramírez Sansano returns to the rehearsal room to update the work with our Company dancers,” Artistic Director and CEO Eduardo Vilaro said. “A suspenseful, powerful, humorous work, this is a gorgeous and heartbreaking version of a classic story that will blow audiences away!”
“CARMEN.maquia” will be part of Ballet Hispánico’s 2025 Gala Performance on May 29, which includes a dinner and performance. The company is also proud to reintroduce their family programming, “En Familia Matinee.” This performance of short works across the Company’s repertoire offers engaging, historical and cultural insights for everyone in the family, sparking curiosity and wonder.
Ballet Hispánico was founded in 1970 with a mission to transform the world through the power of dance and reimagining how Latinx culture is celebrated on the global stage. Throughout the years, the company has broken barriers and reshaped expectations through dynamic dance and cultural expression.
Ballet Hispánico continues to be the largest Latino cultural organization in the United States and is recognized by the Ford Foundation as one of America’s Cultural Treasures. The company has performed for over 2.5 million guests across three continents, continuing to empower communities and inspire guests through the beauty of dance whilst elevating Latinx voices.
Tickets to all performances can be found here. For more information on Ballet Hispánico, visit here.
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