MET: Macbeth (Verdi)

Two of opera’s most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi’s thrilling take on the immortal Shakespearean tale of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. Following past triumphs in many of Verdi’s signature baritone roles, Quinn Kelsey is the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his murderous ascent to the throne, opposite Lise Davidsen—the world’s reigning dramatic soprano—as the power-mad Lady Macbeth, whose ruinous ambition damns them both. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium for a penetrating production by Louisa Proske, a brilliant young director making waves around the world.

Cast:
- Quinn Kelsey — Macbeth (the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his murderous ascent to the throne)
- Lise Davidsen — Lady Macbeth (the world’s reigning dramatic soprano)
- Yannick Nézet-Séguin — conductor (Met Music Director)
- Louisa Proske — director
- Freddie De Tommaso — Macduff
- Ryan Speedo Green — Banquo

Ticket holders are invited to a pre-opera talk 30 minutes prior to curtain time in the theater.

Made possible through the support of Premier Medical Group, the Jane W. Nuhn Charitable Trust, the Dr. Edwin Ulrich Charitable Trust, the Benjamin R. Strong Opera Fund, the Stephen & Julia Dunwell Fund, the Dr. Mary Louise Van Winkle Fund, and all of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley. Promotional support courtesy of WMHT – FM 88.7 Poughkeepsie.

Reminder: This is a live satellite broadcast direct from the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. On occasion there may be visual or sound disturbances that are beyond the Bardavon’s control. In the event a disturbance does occur, please be patient. Thank you.