Duration
3 hrs 45 mins with 2 intervals
Closing Date
Until May 16, 2026
Age limit
Suitable for all ages
Why Watch Eugene Onegin?
- Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin opera adapts Pushkin’s verse novel into an intimate Russian drama centered on love, regret, and irreversible choices.
- Soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met after Madama Butterfly, joined by Igor Golovatenko as Onegin, reprising a role shaped across major houses.
- Deborah Warner’s staging focuses on psychological realism, using restrained movement, detailed acting, and uncluttered visuals to sharpen emotional tension.
- Playing at the Metropolitan Opera House, this production is like “a beautifully detailed reading” (The Telegraph). Book your Eugene Onegin opera tickets now!
Eugene Onegin is Tchaikovsky’s operatic adaptation of Alexander Pushkin’s celebrated novel-in-verse, a cornerstone of Russian literature. Staged at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, this sweeping opera blends romantic drama with lush orchestration and unforgettable melodies. Directed by Deborah Warner, the production features evocative period sets and costumes, bringing 19th-century Russia to life. The cast includes some of the world’s leading opera voices, backed by the acclaimed Met Orchestra and Chorus. With its blend of poetic storytelling, emotional intensity, and grand staging, Eugene Onegin is a must-see for opera lovers and newcomers alike.
Storyline
Set in 19th-century Russia, Eugene Onegin follows the story of the charming but aloof Onegin, who carelessly rejects the heartfelt love of the young Tatyana. Years later, regret and fate catch up with him as he faces the consequences of his choices amid duels, heartbreak, and missed opportunities. Will Onegin find redemption, or is it too late to change his destiny?
Show timings
Show timings for Eugene Onegin may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: Asmik Grigorian as Tatiana, Igor Golovatenko as Eugene Onegin, Stanislas de Barbeyrac as Lenski, Maria Barakova as Olga, Stephanie Blythe as Filippyevna, and Alexander Tsymbalyuk as Prince Gremin
Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Libretto: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Modest Tchaikovsky, based on Alexander Pushkin
Director: Deborah Warner
Conductor: Timur Zangiev
Set design: Tom Pye
Costume design: Chloe Obolensky
Lighting design: Jean Kalman
Projection design: Ian William Galloway and Finn Ross
Choreography: Kim Brandstrup
Chorus director: Tilman Michael
Age Suitability
This show is suitable for all ages.
Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Note: Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the April 28 and May 2 performances as part of the Met’s Live in HD series of cinema transmissions.
Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show
Metropolitan Opera House
The Metropolitan Opera House, located in the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on Broadway, is home to the Metropolitan Opera and has been since it opened in 1966. The theatre, designed by Wallace Harrison, is one of the world's largest opera houses with a seating capacity of 3800. The Metropolitan Opera House is renowned for its technologically advanced stage facilities, its excellent acoustics, and the grandeur of its auditorium and front-of-house spaces. Seating Capacity: 3800 Metropolitan Opera House Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023, USA
- By metro:
Take the No. 1 train to 66th Street Lincoln Center station
- By train:
The Nearest station to the venue is 66th Street–Lincoln Center (1 train). The venue is just a 3‑minute walk from the station.
- By bus:
Buses M5, M7, M10, M11, M20, M66, M104 and BxM2 stop at the Metropolitan Opera House
- By car:
Patrons can drive or take a taxi to reach the Met.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Cloak room, Toilets, Souvenir shop, Free parking, Wifi
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed, Elevator access
Additional Information
- Note: Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the April 28 and May 2 performances as part of the Met’s Live in HD series of cinema transmissions.
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets Redemption
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of the tickets starts from $48 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The opera does not have a strict age limit, it is suitable for all ages.
The opera is playing at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York.
It explores love, regret, and missed timing through Tatiana’s youthful confession and Onegin’s later realization of what he has lost.
The running time is 3 hours and 45 minutes with 2 intermissions.
No. The opera is sung in Russian, with projected titles available in English, German, and Spanish.
Yes. Its emotional clarity and character-driven storytelling make it accessible even without prior opera experience.
The story is placed in the late 19th century, close to the opera’s premiere period, rather than Pushkin’s early 1800s setting.
It shifted opera toward psychological realism, focusing on internal emotion rather than heroic action or spectacle.
Yes. While it avoids melodrama, the emotional outcome is shaped by irreversible choices and restraint.
