About the Show

A dazzling production with extraordinary casts, a vengeful princess, and a rousing score.

Franco Zeffirelli’s spectacular production of Puccini’s final opera makes its grand return to the stage, featuring three outstanding casts who bring the powerful score to life. Sopranos Angela Meade, Anna Pirozzi, and Liudmyla Monastyrska take on the role of the merciless princess, whose icy heart is ultimately melted by the bravery of Prince Calàf, performed by tenors Michael Fabiano, Brian Jagde, and Roberto Alagna.

With breathtaking visuals and an unforgettable musical experience, this production captures the drama and passion of a timeless masterpiece.

Critic Reviews (3)

For a previous production

"The soprano Gabriella Reyes, her voice radiant and rich in vibrato, was an uncommonly strong Liù, the servant in love with Calàf; Timur, Calàf’s father, was the stalwart bass-baritone James Morris, appearing 50 years after his Met debut. The superb Met chorus has Puccini’s score and Zeffirelli’s staging down pat; the singing in the big ensemble scenes was glorious. The conductor Marco Armiliato led a sure-paced and colorful performance."
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For a previous production

"Its unlikable romantic leads go largely unfazed by the death and dismemberment"
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For a previous production

"...deliver jaw-dropping moments of overwhelming musical beauty and power."
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Cast and creative team

The Metropolitan Opera House