The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly (The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly)

Release Date:	2024-05-11
Runtime:	195 min
Status:	Released
Genres:	Music
Production:	The Metropolitan Opera

Overview

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 to conduct Anthony Minghella’s vivid production.