Eugene Onegin

Show details

Categories: Classic, Drama, Opera, Critics' Choice

Audience: Suitable for all ages

Theater name: Metropolitan Opera

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Facilities: Bar, restaurant, restrooms, lounge, elevators, cloakroom

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, elevators

Cast & crew

• Leading roles: Asmik Grigorian as Tatiana, Igor Golovatenko as Eugene Onegin, Stanislas de Barbeyrac as Lenski, Maria Barakova as Olga, Stephanie Blythe as Filippyevna, and Alexander Tsymbalyuk as Prince Gremin

• Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

• Libretto: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Modest Tchaikovsky, based on Alexander Pushkin

• Director: Deborah Warner

• Conductor: Timur Zangiev

• Set design: Tom Pye

• Costume design: Chloe Obolensky

• Lighting design: Jean Kalman

• Projection design: Ian William Galloway and Finn Ross

• Choreography: Kim Brandstrup

• Chorus director: Tilman Michael

Additional info

• This show is suitable for all ages.

• Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

• Note: Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the April 28 and May 2 performances as part of the Met’s Live in HD series of cinema transmissions.

• Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.

• Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.

• Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show

Frequently asked questions about Eugene Onegin

Q: How much do Eugene Onegin opera tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is Eugene Onegin playing in New York?

A: The opera is playing at the Metropolitan Opera House.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 3 hours and 45 minutes, including two intermissions.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: Set in 19th-century Russia, the opera follows Eugene Onegin as he rejects love, faces regret, and confronts the consequences of his choices.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: There’s no strict age limit. The show is suitable for all ages, though younger children may find the themes more suited to older audiences.

Q: What language is the opera sung in?

A: The opera is sung in Russian, with projected titles in English, German, and Spanish.

Q: Is this opera suitable for first-time opera-goers?

A: Yes. Its clear narrative, emotional focus, and well-known arias make it approachable for newcomers.

Q: Has Eugene Onegin been adapted into other forms?

A: Yes, besides Tchaikovsky’s opera, the story has inspired ballets, films, and stage adaptations, making it a staple of Russian and world culture.

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• You will receive your e-tickets via email within 3 hours from the time of the booking. You can access your tickets by clicking on the link available on the email.
• If you book tickets more than 14 days in advance, you will receive the tickets 14 days prior to the show date.
• The ticket can be presented digitally along with a valid photo ID at the entrance on the day of your visit.
• Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.