Duration
2 hrs 33 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until March 15, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for all ages
Why Watch Metropolitan Opera: Fidelio?
- Watch the triumphant liberation chorus that has been performed at historic moments of freedom, from the fall of the Berlin Wall to the reopening of the Vienna State Opera after World War II.
- This is Beethoven's only opera - a masterwork that took him over 10 years to perfect, featuring some of the most stirring orchestral music ever written for the stage.
- Under the masterful baton of Susanna Mälkki, experience the phenomenal vocal power of soprano Lise Davidsen paired with tenor David Butt Philip, alongside legendary bass René Pape - a dream cast bringing fresh urgency to a story that the musical genius called "the work most dear to me".
Born during Napoleon's occupation of Vienna in 1805, the opera's first premiere was played to an audience of French soldiers who couldn't understand a word. Undaunted, Beethoven spent years perfecting his only opera, creating three different versions before the triumphant 1814 premiere that we know today - an event so significant that a young Schubert sold his schoolbooks just to buy a ticket. In fact, owing to his obsession with editing and revising his work, the composer rewrote the first quartet nearly a dozen times!
The Met's current production, helmed by producer Jürgen Flimm, strips away period trappings to reveal the story's burning relevance. Catch the incredible work inspired by Les Deux Journées - a libretto by Jean-Nicolas Bouilly, with tickets to the opera Fidelio now!
Storyline
Disguised as a prison guard named Fidelio, Leonore infiltrates the fortress where her husband Florestan is held captive. As she navigates a web of deception, including the unwanted romantic attention of the jailer's daughter and the murderous plots of the corrupt governor Don Pizarro, Leonore must summon extraordinary courage to save her beloved from his imminent death. As she illuminates the path to justice with her unwavering devotion, her love finally triumphs over tyranny.
Show timings
Show timings for Metropolitan Opera: Fidelio may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Conductor: Susanna Mälkki
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven
Leading roles: Lise Davidsen as Leonore, Ying Fang as Marzelline, David Butt Philip as Florestan, Magnus Dietrich as Jaquino, Tomasz Konieczny as Don Pizarro, René Pape as Rocco, and Stephen Milling as Don Fernando.
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 allowed inside the auditorium, there are many restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
- Pack light: The theater has a cloakroom that can accommodate small bags, coats, and other smaller items. Guests are advised to avoid carrying large bags and luggage to avoid discomfort.
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 $98.90 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The opera does not have a strict age limit. Viewer discretion is advised.
The show is playing at The Metropolitan Opera House in New York.
Fidelio follows a distraught woman who must infiltrate an all-male prison in order to save her husband's life.
The running time is 2 hours 40 minutes with 1 intermission.
The opera has 2 acts.
It was composed by Beethoven and is the only opera he completed in his lifetime.
Yes, the performance is translated into English, German, and Spanish with Met Titles.
