This section contains information about theatrical -- dramatic or musical -- works with taurine themes. There will be some overlap with our Music page, so if you don't find what you're looking for here, try that alternative.
Carmen
1875 opera by Georges Bizet. Probably, singlehandedly responsible for
the pervasive use of the term "toreador" in english-speaking
countries. The link will take you to the "Recorded & Broadcast
Opera Dictionary ," maintained by Mario Biondi.
Matador: The
musical story of the life of El Cordobés
This musical (music and lyrics by Mike Leander & Edward Seago)
didn't cut any ears on the stage. But, there is a recording you can buy
that has a couple of rather lovely songs. Tom Jones as El Cordobés
(good grief!) From EPIC records.
Le
Toréador
1849 opera by Adolph Adam (better known as the composer of the ballet,
Giselle) The link will take you to the "Recorded & Broadcast Opera
Dictionary ," maintained by Mario Biondi
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