Opera

La Traviata

Verdi’s La Traviata returns to New York with a luminous cast, a poetic staging, and one of opera’s most demanding soprano roles at its emotional core.

Inspired by Alexandre Dumas fils’ La Dame aux Camélias, this Italian opera tells a tragic love story that explores the intersection of society, sacrifice, and social judgment.

Alternating sopranos Lisette Oropesa, Rosa Feola, and Ermonela Jaho take on Violetta, one of the most challenging and celebrated roles in opera history.

From the brilliance of Sempre libera to the intimacy of the Humming Chorus, Verdi’s score balances virtuosity with devastating emotional restraint.

Staged at the Metropolitan Opera House in Michael Mayer’s elegant production, this revival remains a cornerstone of the repertory. Book La Traviata opera tickets now!

The story

Violetta Valéry lives at the center of Parisian high society, where pleasure masks vulnerability and love comes at a cost. When she meets Alfredo Germont, affection challenges the life she has built and the judgment that surrounds her. Pressured by family, class, and fragile health, Violetta faces impossible choices between desire and duty. Set against lavish salons and quiet rooms of reckoning, La Traviata traces how love can be sincere, fragile, and ultimately shaped by forces far beyond the heart.

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Show details

Categories: Classic, Romance, Drama, Opera, Critics' choice

Audience: Suitable for all ages

Theater name: Metropolitan Opera House

Find the best seats in the house with the Metropolitan Opera House seating plan

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

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

Cast & crew

Leading roles:

Lisette Oropesa as Violetta Valéry (March 20–31, April 4, April 7, April 10)

Amanda Woodbury as Violetta Valéry (April 3)

Rosa Feola as Violetta Valéry (May 3–June 6)

Ermonela Jaho as Violetta Valéry (May 6–16)

Piotr Buszewski as Alfredo Germont (March 20–31, April 4, April 10)

Arturo Chacón-Cruz as Alfredo Germont (April 3, April 7)

Liparit Avetisyan as Alfredo Germont (May 3–June 6)

Kang Wang as Alfredo Germont (May 6–16)

Luca Salsi as Giorgio Germont (March 20–31, April 4, April 7, April 10)

Anthony Clark Evans as Giorgio Germont (April 3)

Amartuvshin Enkhbat as Giorgio Germont (May 3–June 6)

Lucas Meachem as Giorgio Germont (May 6–16)

Composer: Giuseppe Verdi

Librettist: Francesco Maria Piave

Director: Michael Mayer

Set designer: Christine Jones

Costume designer: Susan Hilferty

Lighting designer: Kevin Adams

Choreographer: Lorin Latarro

Conductors: Antonello Manacorda, Marco Armiliato, Michele Spotti

Additional info

This show is recommended for all ages.

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

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 La Traviata

Q: How much do La Traviata opera tickets cost?

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

Q: Where is La Traviata playing in New York?

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

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 2 hours and 40 minutes, including one intermission.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: La Traviata follows Violetta, a Parisian courtesan, whose love for Alfredo is challenged by society and fate.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: There’s no strict age limit; it’s suitable for all ages, though the themes are best appreciated by adults and teens.

Q: What are some of the most popular arias in La Traviata?

A: Fan favorites include Libiamo ne' lieti calici, Sempre libera, and Addio del passato. Listen to the album here.

Q: What language is the opera sung in?

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

Q: Is the opera based on a true story?

A: The opera is inspired by La Dame aux Camélias by Alexandre Dumas fils, itself influenced by real people from 19th-century Paris.

Q: Is La Traviata suitable for first-time opera-goers?

A: Yes. Its clear narrative, memorable arias, and emotional immediacy make it one of the most accessible operas.

Q: When did the opera premiere?

A: The world premiere took place in 1853 at Teatro La Fenice in Venice.

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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.