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The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly ()
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The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly ()
Starring: Asmik Grigorian, Elizabeth DeShong, Jonathan Tetelman, Lucas MeachemDirected By: Anthony Minghella
Genre: Program , Musical
Run Time: 3 hr. 15 min.
Extraordinary soprano Asmik Grigorian tackles the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini's devastating tragedy. Tenor Jonathan Tetelman stars as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton, whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong reprises the role of the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritone Lucas Meachem is the American consul Sharpless. Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang takes the podium to conduct Anthony Minghella's vivid production.