Classical Event Details

Macbeth

Metropolitan Opera House in NYC and New York metro | Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT

When

Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT

Where

Metropolitan Opera House
New York City, New York Metro

Address

30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

New Production September 22–October 20 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 Louise 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.