Lyric Opera Virginia Artistic Director Peter Mark is sounded out by Teresa Annas of The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk) on his concept of abridged, “jewel box” opera productions, and how Bizet’s “Carmen,” which LOV is staging around the state this month, fits into a 90-minute package:
http://hamptonroads.com/2012/05/how-fit-opera-carmen-jewel-box