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Dear Timothée Chalamet: We Care About Opera
At its essence, art exists to bring a little wonder and beauty into our lives. Can you honestly say that opera doesn’t do that? You may not care about opera, but that does not negate the multitudes who do, just as you have millions of fans despite many others’ total indifference to you. Come to the opera, Timothée.
Highlights of the Met’s 2025-26 Season
The Met’s opening night world premiere is one of only three new operas, marking a departure from the six new operas presented only two seasons ago, and bel canto explodes back onto the stage. I couldn’t choose only five operas to explore here, so we’re expanding to six for this year only.
An Interview With Quinn Kelsey
Quinn Kelsey sang in his first opera, Verdi’s Aida, at 13 years old, as a 1st tenor in the priests’ chorus. 34 years later, he is the king of Verdi baritones and singing the Ethiopian king Amonasro in the Met’s starry new production of Aida.
Opera Is Cool: Debunking Myths
Let’s face it: opera has gotten a bad rap. In reality, opera is one of the most glorious art forms in the world. Come debunk some myths with me! (Hint: it involves Beyoncé.)
Cinematic Adventures: Il Trovatore (2010-11)
Every summer, the Met tries to ease our cravings with four HD cinema broadcasts from seasons past. I haven’t been to the cinema since COVID struck, but the idea of Verdi’s riveting Trovatore was too much to resist.
