The Met: Live in HD – Otello

One of today’s leading dramatic tenors, Brian Jagde takes on the tour-de-force title role of what many consider the ultimate Italian opera, live to cinemas worldwide. Verdi’s monumental Shakespearean tragedy also features soprano Ailyn Pérez in her company role debut as the long-suffering Desdemona, alongside baritone Artur Ruci?ski as the sinister Iago. Michele Mariotti leads the full forces of the Met Orchestra and Chorus in the exhilarating score.  Puccini Tosca In this special encore presentation, soprano Lise Davidsen sings the title role of Puccini’s ultimate diva, opposite tenor Freddie De Tommaso as Cavaradossi and baritone Quinn Kelsey as Scarpia in the acclaimed 2024 Met performance of David McVicar’s thrilling production. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts.

Adult $28 | Senior $23 | Student $13 | All fees included

What is The Met: Live in HD Series?

The Metropolitan Opera’s Peabody- and Emmy Award-winning series, The Met: Live in HD, lets fans immerse themselves in opera up to 10 times a year. Up to 12 cameras capture the onstage drama, as well as the fascinating backstage action, and transmit it from New York City to the Collins Center for the Arts and other venues across the globe.

Learn Before You Go!

Please join us for a free informational session to learn about the upcoming opera and meet up with other opera fans. Whether you have been to a zillion operas or have never been – these sessions are for you!

Dirigo Pines: Tuesday, May 11, 4:30 p.m.
Orono Public Library: Thursday, May 13, 5 p.m.