Mar 16, 2020

ANNOUNCEMENT: PERFORMANCES OF CARMEN CANCELLED MARCH 28, 31, APRIL 3, 2020

ANNOUNCEMENT: MANITOBA OPERA EVENTS UPDATE

PERFORMANCES OF CARMEN CANCELLED
MARCH 28, 31, APRIL 3, 2020;

GALA RECEPTION IN HONOUR OF TANNIS M. RICHARDSON APRIL 16 POSTPONED

Manitoba Opera announced today that the run of Carmen, scheduled for March 28, 31, and April 3, at the Centennial Concert Hall, has been cancelled following the recommendations of the Province of Manitoba’s public health authorities to limit gatherings larger than 250 in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

“I want to thank our patrons, supporters and stakeholders for their patience as we organized ourselves in preparation for this announcement,” said Larry Desrochers, General Director & CEO.  “Of course, this decision is a disappointment to both patrons who were looking forward to the production and the artists who were eager to perform, but clearly necessary in this time of crisis.”

In the coming days, Manitoba Opera will be in communication with Carmen ticket holders with more information about options for their tickets and appreciate their patience during these unprecedented circumstances.

The company has also postponed the Gala Reception honouring Tannis M. Richardson to the fall and will be providing more information on this event as it is finalized.

The Dinner at DeLuca’s event May 14 is still on schedule to occur, but advisories from public health officials will be monitored over the coming weeks and if necessary, that will be postponed as well.