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Met Opera 2025-26 Review: Don Giovanni
We hear early on in Mozart’s Don Giovanni that the title cad has seduced 1,800 women, but the people seduced by the opera since its premiere in 1787 is far too many to fit in Leporello’s little black book.
Met Opera 2024-25 Review: Le Nozze di Figaro
I have about seven favorite operas, but when pressed to choose one, Le Nozze di Figaro often lands on top. It’s an exquisite confection in every respect, and the Met’s delicious revival this season didn’t skimp on the frosting.
Highlights of the Met’s 2024-25 Season
On February 23, the Met Opera announced their 2024-25 season. Notably for nitpicky me, I’m excited for almost everything. It was difficult to choose, but here are the five shows I’m most looking forward to.
Highlights of the Met’s 2023-24 Season
On February 22, the Met revealed their 2023-24 season, the first since announcing a shift toward contemporary opera. A third of the operas are recent works, but there’s still plenty of classic repertoire.
