The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly
Synopsis
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.
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MADAME BUTTERFLY - Bande-annonce | Metropolitan Opera 23/24Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-04-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 11, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carolyn Choa, Anthony Minghella
- Screenplay & Story
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Score
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Title
- The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 3h 15m
- Production Studios
- The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carolyn Choa, Anthony Minghella
Giacomo Puccini
Giacomo Puccini
Department Leadership Roster
Han Feng
Costume Design
Carolyn Choa
Director
Anthony Minghella
Director
Giacomo Puccini
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly about?
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.
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly?
The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly was directed by Carolyn Choa, Anthony Minghella.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly?
The principal cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly includes Asmik Grigorian, Elizabeth DeShong, Jonathan Tetelman, Lucas Meacham.
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly released and how long is it?
The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 3h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly was composed by Giacomo Puccini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly?
The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).