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2 hr 25 min with 1 interval
El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego
Opening on May 14, 2026
DURATION
CLOSING DATE
Until June 5, 2026
AGE LIMIT
Suitable for all ages
from
$56.40
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Why watch El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego?
- El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego opera blends Gabriela Lena Frank’s modern score and Nilo Cruz’s Pulitzer-winning storytelling into a moving portrait of Frida and Diego.
- Director-choreographer Deborah Colker builds a production influenced by Kahlo’s and Rivera’s imagery, extending her acclaimed Met work on Ainadamar.
- Isabel Leonard, Carlos Álvarez, and Gabriella Reyes headline this new staging, supported by the Met Orchestra under Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
- This is the opera’s first Met staging, giving audiences rare access to a widely praised new work. Book El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego opera tickets now!
El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego is a contemporary opera rooted in magical realism, reimagining the final connection between artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Composer Gabriela Lena Frank and librettist Nilo Cruz draw inspiration from the Day of the Dead, exploring memory, art, and reconciliation. Frank’s score moves between luminous textures and driving rhythmic passages, echoing Mexican musical traditions without imitation. Cruz’s libretto, influenced by the Orpheus myth, positions Frida’s return to the living world as an emotional reckoning rather than a romantic resolution. This new Met production deepens the opera’s visual language, using saturated color, movement, and surreal stagecraft to evoke the painters’ imaginative worlds.
Storyline
On the Day of the Dead, Frida Kahlo is summoned from the underworld after refusing to return to life for many years. She agrees only because Diego Rivera longs to see her once more. As they reunite, memories of their complicated partnership unfold through vivid tableaux shaped by art and grief. Their meeting reveals affection, distance, and the weight of legacy, leading Frida to consider whether love is enough to keep her in the living world.
Show timings
Show timings for El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Isabel Leonard as Frida, Carlos Álvarez as Diego, Gabriella Reyes as Catrina, and Nils Wanderer as Leonardo
- Conductors: Yannick Nézet-Séguin (May 14, 17, 26, 30; Jun 3, 5) and Steven Osgood (May 22)
- Composer: Gabriela Lena Frank
- Librettist: Nilo Cruz
- Director & Choreographer: Deborah Colker
- Set Designer: Jon Bausor
- Costume Designers: Jon Bausor, Wilberth Gonzalez
- Lighting Designer: Adam Silverman
- Chorus Director: Tilman Michael
Note: Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- The show is suitable for all ages.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Metropolitan Opera House Read more
The Metropolitan Opera House is one of the world’s leading opera venues, known for large-scale productions, modern repertory, and technical capabilities supporting ambitious staging. It has premiered landmark works and hosted major revivals, including Fire Shut Up in My Bones, The Hours, and Ainadamar. Its design supports expansive visual storytelling, making it a strong match for classic operas.
The Metropolitan Opera House seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Getting there
- Address: 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023
- Subway: 1 train to 66 St–Lincoln Center
- Buses: M5, M7, M11, M66
- Parking: Lincoln Center garage (entrance on 65th Street)
Facilities & accessibility
Available facilities: Bar, restrooms, cloakroom, elevators, lounge
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, assistive listening devices, accessible seating, ramps
Additional information
- Note: Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the May 26 and May 30 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
- You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions about El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego
How much do the El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego opera tickets cost?
The cost of the tickets starts from $56.40 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
What age is the opera appropriate for?
The opera does not have a strict age limit. It is suitable for all ages.
Where is the opera playing in New York?
The opera is playing at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York.
What is El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego about?
It follows Frida Kahlo as she returns from the underworld on the Day of the Dead to reunite with Diego Rivera, exploring memory, art, love, and loss.
How long does the opera run for?
The running time is 2 hours and 25 minutes with one intermission.
Who are the main stars of the opera?
The main stars of the opera are Isabel Leonard as Frida, Carlos Álvarez as Diego, Gabriella Reyes as Catrina, and Nils Wanderer as Leonardo
Is the opera based on real events?
It uses real figures from art history but places them in a fictional, magical-realist framework inspired by Mexican cultural traditions.
What musical style does the opera use?
Gabriela Lena Frank blends contemporary classical writing with rhythmic and textural elements influenced by Latin American traditions.
Is the opera sung in Spanish?
Yes. Met Titles are available in English, Spanish, German, and Italian.
Is El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego suitable for first-time opera visitors?
Yes. Its clear narrative, vivid staging, and contemporary score make it accessible for newcomers.
What themes does the opera explore?
Memory, artistic legacy, complicated love, mortality, and the cultural symbolism of the Day of the Dead.
Is this a Met premiere?
Yes. This is the first Metropolitan Opera presentation of El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego.
Are there visual references to Kahlo’s and Rivera’s art?
Yes. The staging draws from their color palettes, symbolic motifs, and design sensibilities.