Macbeth tickets
About Macbeth
The season opens with hair-raising drama and spectacular singing as two of opera’s most extraordinary artists star in Macbeth, 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. Rounding out the all-star cast are tenor Freddie De Tommaso as the heroic Macduff and bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as Macbeth’s friend-turned-victim Banquo.
Know before you go
Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the October 14 and 17 performances, as part of The Met: Live in HD series of cinema transmissions.
Run time
3hrs. Incl. Intermission.
Categories
Age
Ages 10+.
Start date
September 22nd, 2026
End date
October 20th, 2026
Saw closing, great show and great singing
Divine music. Original staging. Fantastic singers
This beautiful Verdi opera gets a grand MET Opera treatment, albeit a little dark and somber as one would expect from this grim material. The chorus scenes and leads (especially Davidsen as Lady Macbeth) are absolutely outstanding, and the orchestra led by Nezet-Seguin never sounded more urgent or dramatic. The directorial touch of adding a coven of witches in numerous moments throughout the opera adds to the experience, the revolving set and costumes are great to look at. Verdi takes a rather shallow attempt at Shakespeare's classic, following the plotline more or less, but with little of the emotional and psychological depth of the original. But as a great evening of opera, it's highly recommended.
Venue
Accessibility
Elevator access, wheelchair access, accessible listening devices, Braille and large print programs
