logo
Deutsch / USD
Hilfe
App herunterladen
Die Welt mit einem Klick!Mit der Headout-App erhalten Sie Tickets direkt auf Ihr Handy und exklusive App-Angebote. Entdecken lohnt sich!
iphone

A deluge of fascinating characters, an impressive operatic score with the unmistakable touch of Puccini himself, and compelling set design by the renowned Michael Levine, all come together to make Madama Butterfly one of the most stimulating experiences this season at the MET Opera!

why you should watch madama butterfly

Based on the short story Madame Butterfly authored by John Luther Long, Madama Butterfly is an intriguing exploration of cultural values and true love. The ideas of honour and duty prevalent in 19th Century Japan are contrasted with the American ideals of freedom and transience. Although the original version of the opera, which featured at La Scala in Milan, had some of the most popular singers of the time, it was not well received. Shortly after, Puccini revised the opera and split it into the three acts we see today, making it a staple performance for operas around the world.

In this brilliant production of Madama Butterfly, Puccini veteran Hui He shares the role of Cio-Cio-San with Ana Maria Martinez. The show also features fascinating puppetry by Blind Summit Theatre. The gorgeous sets and authentic costumes designed by Michel Levine and Han Feng respectively take audiences all the way back to 19th century Japan. This is an excellent reenactment that you simply cannot miss this season at the MET Opera!

The Story

Lieutenant Franklin Pinkerton from the US Navy intends to inspect a house that overlooks the harbour of Nagasaki. A marriage broker named Goro leases the house along with its three servants and Geisha wife to Pinkerton for a whopping 999 years with monthly renewals. When Sharpless, the American consul, implores Pinkerton to reconsider his decision to marry Cio-Cio-San, the Geisha of the house, the young lieutenant brushes it off saying that he simply wishes to have a few transient and exotic experiences as a ‘fearless Yankee’. He marries the 15-year-old Cio-Cio-San. In her haste to prove that she is a worthy wife, Cio-Cio-San renounces her old religion and declares that she is a Christian, much to the disappointment of her family.

In the second act, Cio-Cio-San has a son, and she awaits the return of her husband. Pinkerton has left promising that he will return soon. She rejects all marriage offers stating that she already has a husband who loves her. The act ends with a cannon shot that announces the arrival of Pinkerton’s ship.

Madama Butterfly (Cio-Cio-San) and her servant Suzuki decorate the house with fresh flowers and eagerly wait for Pinkerton to show up at the doorstep. Unfortunately, Pinkerton never intended to stay with Butterfly, and has married an American woman named Kate. When Madama Butterfly sees Kate, she quickly grasps the situation. She blindfolds her child and bids him goodbye as she stabs herself, choosing to die in honour instead of living in shame.

Good For

Lovers of Musicals | Fans of Guiseppe Verdi | Lovers of Romantic Tragedies

Reviews

“The score simply flows, with audience and performers swept along in the touching tragedy.”

stornierungsfrist

Diese Tickets können nicht storniert oder verschoben werden.

know before you go

Show Details

Show Timings

11th, 15th of October, 6th, 13th, 22nd, 25th of November 2019, and 1st, 4th, 7th of April 2020 7:30 PM
18th October, 16th November 2019, and 11th April 2020 8:00 PM
2nd and 9th November 2019 1:00 PM
26th January 2020 3:00 PM

Duration
3 hours and 12 minutes, including two intermission

Leading Roles
Hui He and Ana Maria Martinez as Cio-Cio-San
Elizabeth DeShong and MaryAnn McCormick as Suzuki
Andrea Care and Piero Pretti as Pinkerton
Placido Domingo and Markus Bruck as Sharpless

Produced by
Anthony Minghella

Conducted by
Pier Giorgio Morandi

Set Design
Michael Levine

Choreographed by
Carolyn Choa

Additional Information

Audience
Suitable for ages 8 and up.

Available Facilities
In-house Bar
Wheelchair Accessible
Coat Check

Seating
The MET Opera has a seating capacity of 3,800.

Outside Food
Strictly prohibited. If you'd like to grab a meal before or after the show, check out our guide to the 30 Best Restaurants in the Theater District.

Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theatre is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

Important Information
Photo and video recording are not allowed during the show.

ticketinformationen

You will receive your tickets along with your email confirmation shortly. You need to print the same and display it at the ticket counter.

Theater Address

Metropolitan Opera House, 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023, USA

Getting There

By Subway

Get off at 66 St - Lincoln Center Subway Station using lines 1 or 2. The Metropolitan Opera House is just a 5-minute walk from here.

By Bus

Get off at Broadway/W 64 St using buses M5 or M7 or at Broadway/W 63 St using bus M104. The theatre is located across the street to the left. Alternatively, get off at Amsterdam Av/W 62 St using bus M11. The theatre is located on the right.

Validity

The ticket is valid only for the exact date and time you have opted for.

Fehlende Informationen?
Ja
Nein
Dieses Erlebnis ist nicht verfügbar
Wenn diese Tickets wieder online sind, erfahren Sie es zuerst.
benachrichtigung erhalten
Ausgezeichnet!Wir werden Sie benachrichtigen.
Ihre Vorteile mit Headout
Zuverlässige Plattform mit über 100.000 Besuchern pro Monat
Die besten Preise und Last-Minute-Angebote
Über 10.000 Erlebnisse
Verifizierte Bewertungen und professionelle Fotos
Haben Sie Fragen? Nutzen Sie unseren 24-Stunden Live-Chat

Das könnte Ihnen auch gefallen

The Lion King
Musicals
The Lion King
Sofortbestätigung
4.5
(371)
ab $113.50
Aladdin
Musicals
Aladdin
Sofortbestätigung
4.5
(549)
ab $74
New York Explorer Pass By Go City
City Pass
New York Explorer Pass By Go City
Sofortbestätigung
4.5
(53)
ab $74
Funny Girl
Musicals
Funny Girl
Sofortbestätigung
4.3
(1)
ab $76.50
Chicago
Musicals
Chicago
Sofortbestätigung
4.5
(600)
ab $67
Die Welt mit einem Klick!Mit der Headout-App erhalten Sie Tickets direkt auf Ihr Handy und exklusive App-Angebote. Entdecken lohnt sich!
iphone
Über 15 Millionen zufriedene Kunden – auf uns können Sie sich verlassen.
Über 15 Millionenzufriedene Kunden bei mehr als 10.000 Erlebnissen
4.4/55.000 geprüfte Rezensionen mit 90 % ausgezeichneten Bewertungen
In den Medienvon renommierten Marken empfohlen
24-Stunden SupportHaben Sie Fragen? Nutzen Sie unseren Live-Chat – jederzeit und überall