Duration
2 hrs 55 mins with 2 intervals
Closing Date
Until December 6, 2024
Why Watch Il Trovatore?
- Verdi's thrilling tragedy follows the lives of four characters as they get entangled in a complex tapestry of familial bonds, political intrigue, and passionate romance.
- A dramatic story of family strife and forbidden love, this is a tale of two brothers unwittingly at war for a woman, and their mother driven mad in torment.
- The premiere of the opera was at Teatro Apollo in Rome in 1853 and has enchanted audiences ever since with a tale full of eerie witches, bloodshed and many many tears.
- Il Trovatore’s lively music sets the Goya-inspired stage for a melodrama that embraces the most intense aspects of Romanticism: murder, trickery and of course, poison.
- Imagine Romeo and Juliet dialed all the way up: Il Trovatore features dramatic changes in mood, improbable coincidences, and characters driven to stabbing or poisoning! Don’t miss this winter’s most spine-chilling drama—book your tickets today!
Verdi’s brooding drama is all about forbidden love and a tormented family. Set on a Goya-inspired stage, this opera is based in civil-war torn 15th century Spain.Verdi’s score for Il Trovatore is a manifestation of the depths of its drama, with uninhibited scores and violent emotions. No one can be trusted in this opera, with conflicted loyalties, fickle friends and even less trustworthy fortune. Who will survive the bloodshed?
Storyline
Manrico the Troubadour and Count di Luna, a military commander, are now locked in a fierce competition to win the affections of Leonora. Manrico is head over heels for Leonora, but the jealous Count is determined to possess her no matter what. The Count's army and Manrico's men are locked in a bloody battle, and eventually, they decide to settle their differences with a good old-fashioned duel. Characters will die, but definitely not the ones you expect!
Azucena, Manrico's mother, is haunted by a secret that deeply affects both Manrico and the Count. Azucena vowed to get revenge on the Luna family and in the heat of the moment, made a violent and irrevocable decision. Will she ever reveal this crime or will she go all out for revenge no matter what?
Show timings
- Show timings for Il Trovatore may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles : Rachel Willis-Sørensen, Angela Meade (Leonora), Jamie Barton, Olesya Petrova (Azucena), Michael Fabiano (Manrico), Igor Golovatenko (Count di Luna), Ryan Speedo Green (Ferrando)
Conductor : Daniele Callegari
Composer : Giuseppe Verdi
Production : David McVicar
Set Designer : Charles Edwards
Costume Designer : Brigitte Reiffenstuel
Lighting Designer : Jennifer Tipton
Choreographer : Leah Hausman
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
- 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
You will receive an email confirming your purchase.
You will receive your e-tickets via email within 3 hours from the time of the booking. You can access your tickets by clicking on the link available on the email.
If you book tickets more than 14 days in advance, you will receive the tickets 14 days prior to the show date.
The ticket can be presented digitally along with a valid photo ID at the entrance on the day of your visit.
Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.
Show timings may be subject to change every week/month. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of the tickets starts from $103 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The show does not have a strict age limit. However, the play contains references to sexual assault, sexual violence, child abduction, and poisoning. The play also contains depictions of decapitation, death, and war.
The show is playing at the Metropolitan Opera, Lincoln Centre
Verdi’s Il Trovatore weaves a tale of seduction, murder and romance while exploring themes of unrequited love and the bitterness of revenge.
The running time is 2 hours 55 minutes.
