Sultry and seductive Spanish gipsy Carmen rolls into town for Ramsgate Operatic Society’s November show.

Carmen The Musical can be seen at The Granville Theatre from November 18 to 22 and is certain to delight both established fans and newcomers to Bizet’s classic opera.

His masterpiece has been re-crafted into an exciting new English musical to please enthusiasts of both opera and musical theatre alike.

This production marries great drama with a ravishing score in 19th century Seville.

Central is beguiling gipsy Carmen who, by day, rolls cigars on her naked thighs at the local factory.

At night, she diverts the attention of customsmen for her smuggler friends at the mountain border pass.

Her charismatic power has a profound effect on factory women, townsfolk and soldiers stationed nearby.

Young corporal Don Jose falls under her spell, rejecting his former life, hurting lovely girlfriend Michaela and breaking his mother’s heart.

He becomes obsessed, deserts the army, and follows Carmen and the gipsy smugglers into the hills.

Carmen’s affection shifts to dashing bullfighter Escamillo. Jose’s jealousy erupts into violence and the gipsy tarot predictions come true.

ROS bring to life rousing melodies including The Toreador Song, Habanera and achingly beautiful duet Memories.

Tara Gore provides stylish choreography and compliments artistic team Ian Ulrich (director) and Keith Henderson (musical director).

Chris Wimhurst and Tasmin Field both debut for Ramsgate Operatic Society as Don Jose and Michaela.

Carmen is played by Jodie Kilty, Escamillo by Iain Kilty, Frasquita by Erin Taylor and Mercedes by Samantha Grant with the roles of smugglers, townsfolk and soldiers by the regular ROS cast.

The show runs from Tuesday 18 to Sat 22 November at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.Advance tickets cost from £8 and can be booked on 01843 591750.