Opera directors like to reimagine the classics. Take Georges Bizet’s “Carmen,” which San Francisco Opera opened on Wednesday.

Behind the scenes of Florida Grand Opera’s “Carmen,” there are intriguing legacies: This will be the 24th production for mezzo soprano Ginger Costa-Jackson who will be singing the role of “Carmen”; ...

San Francisco - Earthquake & fire ... he had performed the role of Jose in Georges Bizet's 1875 opera, "Carmen," and had been scheduled for another performance on April 18th.

For 15 years, San Francisco's Opera Parallèle has been known for presenting new and distinctive contemporary works, and this weekend's world premiere of "The Pigeon Keeper" is no exception.