OMEN
04-14-2010, 09:32 PM
Darius Campbell has landed his first ever major opera role, it has been announced.
The Pop Idol singer, who was crowned winner of Popstar to Operastar this year, will appear in the stage production of Carmen at London's O2 arena.
Campbell is to make a one-off appearance in the principal role of toreador Escamillo.
He told PA: "I thoroughly enjoyed my time on Popstar to Operastar and learning the discipline of opera was tough but hugely rewarding. This opportunity, however, takes it to the next level and I cannot wait to get started."
The opera will be staged from May 21 to May 23.
DS
The Pop Idol singer, who was crowned winner of Popstar to Operastar this year, will appear in the stage production of Carmen at London's O2 arena.
Campbell is to make a one-off appearance in the principal role of toreador Escamillo.
He told PA: "I thoroughly enjoyed my time on Popstar to Operastar and learning the discipline of opera was tough but hugely rewarding. This opportunity, however, takes it to the next level and I cannot wait to get started."
The opera will be staged from May 21 to May 23.
DS