The plot centres on the tragic fate of Carmen, a gypsy girl, and Jose, a soldier who has fallen in love with her and whom Carmen leaves for the young Torero.
| Crew | Alberto Alonso | Choreographer |
| Directing | Felix Slidovker | Director |
| Writing | Prosper Mérimée | Story |
| Writing | Alberto Alonso | Writer |
| Sound | Rodion Shchedrin | Music |