Presented by Rachel Clarke Hughes, this unique event features music, performance and discussion with Carmen Director Cameron Menzies and an esteemed panel.
Together we’ll reflect on Carmen’s continuing allure to audiences; the killing of heroines on and off our stages; and what to expect from NI Opera’s newest production of one of the world’s grandest operas. Join us for an evening of exclusive insights with cast members and creatives fresh from the rehearsal room and some of the most sublime music from Carmen.
Panel
Rachel Clarke Hughes is an award-winning producer, coach, and creative leader dedicated to delivering exceptional experience and accessible excellence. With extensive experience across the arts, charity, and community sectors, at The Women’s Network (TWN), she actively supports the vital services that empower women to lead, thrive, and drive change throughout an evolving Northern Ireland.
Tahnee McCorry Founder of White Ribbon NI, building it into a leading prevention organisation working to end violence against women and girls across Northern Ireland. White Ribbon NI co‑design and deliver as a delivery partner for the Executive Office’s first Strategy to End Violence Against Women and Girls.
Cameron Menzies: Artistic Director and Chief Executive of NI Opera, Cameron is the Director of our new production of Carmen at the Grand Opera House.
Atoosa Sepehr is a bestselling cookbook author, registered nutritional therapist, and nutrigenomics practitioner.. My English Persian Kitchen tells the powerful true story of Atoosa’s journey from Iran to London. At the height of her career, she was forced to leave her homeland and rebuild her life after escaping an abusive marriage.
Lata Sharma is a Northern Irish broadcaster, writer, actor, vocalist, social commentator and diversity consultant of Indian heritage who has presented or written for programmes for BBC NI, BBC Radio 4, and this year will be returning to the Grand Opera House Studio with her one-woman show, Sausage Sodas and Onion Bhajis.
Suitable for ages 18+
Tickets include a glass of wine and nibbles
Duration of event: 90 minutes inclusive of performances, interval and a Q and A session.
This event will make reference to themes of a sexual nature, violence and murder.
- Second Nature Hometel, 32 -36 Queen St, Belfast
- 20 August
- 7pm to 8.30pm
- Cost: £15
- Recommended Age: 18+
More information and booking: https://niopera.com/performances/behind-the-curtain/
