Mozart's genius merges with timeless societal themes in a revolutionary adaptation of an 18th-century play.
Conductor Joana Mallwitz takes the helm in her highly anticipated Metropolitan Opera debut, guiding audiences through the captivating world of Mozart’s timeless comic masterpiece. With an exceptional ensemble cast, including acclaimed bass-baritones Michael Sumuel and Luca Pisaroni portraying the cunning valet Figaro, alongside sopranos Olga Kulchynska and Rosa Feola as the scheming maid Susanna, Mallwitz orchestrates a spellbinding performance that promises to captivate opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Showcases the dynamic interplay between the characters, with baritone Joshua Hopkins and bass-baritone Adam Plachetka alternating in the role of the Count, and sopranos Federica Lombardi and Jacquelyn Stucker delivering poignant performances as his conflicted wife. Mezzo-sopranos Marianne Crebassa and Emily D’Angelo add depth to the narrative as they share the role of the lovelorn page Cherubino. Mallwitz's Met debut promises an unforgettable evening of opera, blending exquisite vocal artistry with Mozart's sublime score to create an experience that is as timeless as it is enchanting.