The Met: Live in HD: Madama Butterfly

Release date: 5/11/2024

Genre: Opera

Rating: TBD, Not Rated

Runtime: 3 hours, 27 minutes

Director: Giacomo Puccini

Starring: Elizabeth DeShong Jonathan Tetelman Lucas Meachem Asmik Grigorian

Synopsis: Extraordinary soprano Asmik Grigorian tackles the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini’s devastating tragedy. Tenor Jonathan Tetelman stars as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton, whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong reprises the role of the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritone Lucas Meachem is the American consul Sharpless. Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang takes the podium on May 11 to conduct Anthony Minghella’s vivid production.

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