?In my concept as a director, the figure of Escamillo is really strong and erotic,? says Kerényi. ?I?m very pleased that Nmon Ford could take the role this year, as well as that the African American opera singer?s distinctive figure, the embodiment of genuine manliness, can take the stage as a living symbol,? he added.
Carmen will be sung by Viktória Mester in the production. Arnold Rutkowski will play Don José and Tünde Frankó will sing the role of Micaela.
Kerényi noted that he had directed more than 80 performances at the Szeged Open-Air Festival and said he always tried to give new impetus to returning productions.
