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Otello at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket

New York City, USA

2 hours 55 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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German, Italian, Spanish

Overview

Often cited as Italian opera’s greatest tragedy, Otello is a miraculous union of music and drama—a masterpiece as profound philosophically as it is thrilling theatrically. Shakespeare’s tale of an outsider, a great hero who can’t control his jealousy, was carefully molded by the librettist Arrigo Boito into a taut and powerful libretto. All three lead roles are demanding—making the opera a challenge to produce—but the role of Otello in particular requires an astounding natural instrument capable of both powerful and delicate sounds, superb musical intelligence, and impressive acting abilities.

Otello is set on the island of Cyprus, originally in the late 15th century. The island itself represents an outpost of a European power under constant attack from an encroaching, hostile adversary. The current production by Bartlett Sher moves the action to the time of the opera’s creation.

The score of Otello is remarkable for its overall intensity and dramatic insight.

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    The Metropolitan Opera
    30 Lincoln Center Plaza, Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts, New York City, New York 10023, United States

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    Two of today’s leading dramatic tenors—Michael Fabiano and Brian Jagde—take on the tour-de-force title role of what many consider the ultimate Italian opera, Verdi’s monumental Shakespearean tragedy. Beloved sopranos Angel Blue and Ailyn Pérez make their company role debuts as the long-suffering Desdemona, alongside baritones Amartuvshin Enkhbat and Artur Ruciński as the sinister Iago. Daniele Rustioni and Michele Mariotti lead the full forces of the Met Orchestra and Chorus in the exhilarating score.
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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Best available seats are assigned by theater at time of purchase and will be listed on your actual tickets.
    • Accessible Seating, please advise in the ‘Special Requirements’ field at the time of check out: Transfer seating (retractable arm aisle seat) or Wheelchair seating (empty wheelchair space)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Otello at the Metropolitan Opera House Ticket?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-3242P377

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    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Best available seats are assigned by theater at time of purchase and will be listed on your actual tickets.
    • Accessible Seating, please advise in the ‘Special Requirements’ field at the time of check out: Transfer seating (retractable arm aisle seat) or Wheelchair seating (empty wheelchair space)

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