Today's HD performance was absolutely marvelous. It surpassed my expectations. It was like I was there! The close-ups were fantastic! It was special seeing the scenery changes between acts and Renee Fleming interviewing the "Carmen" family. The principals were perfect and Teddy Rhodes, getting the late call for Escamillo, was great. Elina Garanca is so beautiful, talented, and simply a perfect Carmen. Roberto Alagna as Don Jose' was totally believable. I felt so sorry for poor Micaela, a heartbroken Barbara Frittoli, who lost her love. MAGNIFICENT singing, acting, and music! Very sensual production! Also, high praise for the ballerinas before Acts I and III.