Duration
2 hrs - 2 hrs 45 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until November 1, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for 12+ yrs
Why Watch La Sonnambula?
- A poignant bel canto masterpiece by Bellini, La Sonnambula blends delicate melodies, emotional depth, and an intriguing sleepwalking twist to captivate both classical opera enthusiasts and first-time opera-goers.
- The Met production is directed by celebrated tenor-turned-director Rolando Villazón, pairing rising soprano Nadine Sierra as Amina with tenor Xabier Anduaga and soprano Sydney Mancasola, fresh from acclaimed performances in Donizetti and beyond.
- Riccardo Frizza conducts the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in one of the most ravishing bel canto scores, with shimmering orchestration and soaring vocal lines.
- This production returns to New York’s Metropolitan Opera House for a limited run, with some performances included in the Met’s Live in HD cinema series, making La Sonnambula opera tickets in demand.
- Ideal for fans of intimate romantic drama, vocal fireworks, and thoughtful stagings, set in the Swiss Alps, this version deepens the psychological themes without losing the opera’s lyrical charm.
Bellini’s 1831 bel canto staple centers on Amina, a gentle young woman found sleepwalking, which leads to love, jealousy, and dramatic misunderstandings but is resolved through a final act of innocence. This Met production keeps the classic pastoral Swiss Alps backdrop, while Villazón’s direction highlights the delicate interplay between consciousness and emotion. Nadine Sierra, celebrated for her recent Met roles, takes on Amina, supported by Xabier Anduaga as Elvino and Sydney Mancasola as Lisa. With Riccardo Frizza on the podium, expect vocal agility, rich orchestral textures, and precise pacing. Critics have praised the lyrical purity of Bellini’s score and the singers’ emotional clarity.
Storyline
Set in a sleepy Swiss village, La Sonnambula follows Amina, a naive bride-to-be suffering from sleepwalking spells. One moonlit night, she unknowingly enters her fiancé Elvino’s bedroom, triggering rumors and jealousy. Amina’s innocence is restored when she sleepwalks this time onto a precarious ledge, revealing the truth. Themes of misunderstanding, trust, and the fine line between dream and reality pulse throughout La Sonnambula, leaving audiences to wonder: Can true love survive when belief falters?
Show timings
Show timings for La Sonnambula may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: Nadine Sierra as Amina, Sydney Mancasola as Lisa, Xabier Anduaga as Elvino, Alexander Vinogradov as Count Rodolfo
Director: Rolando Villazón
Conductor: Riccardo Frizza
Set Designer: Johannes Leiacker
Costume Designer: Brigitte Reiffenstuel
Lighting Designer: Donald Holder
Projection/Video Designer: Renaud Rubiano
Choreographer: Leah Hausman
Chorus Director: Tilman Michael
Composer: Vincenzo Bellini
Librettists: Felice Romani, Eugène Scribe, Jean‑Louis Aumer
Age Suitability
This show is suitable for ages 12 and above.
Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
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 opera runs approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one 30‑minute intermission.
Performances run from October 6 to November 1, 2025, at the Metropolitan Opera House.
The cost of the tickets starts from $25 and varies depending on seat location.
The opera is playing at the Metropolitan Opera House.
The performance is sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Yes, Live in HD cinema screenings take place on October 18 and November 1 via the Met’s award‑winning series.
Nadine Sierra stars as Amina, with Sydney Mancasola as Lisa, Xabier Anduaga as Elvino in La Sonnambula.
The show is generally suitable for ages 12 and up, but viewer discretion is advised.
Dress is typically smart-casual; some gala nights may encourage cocktail attire.
The cost of the tickets starts from £ and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
