Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera
Synopsis
The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants.
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Eric Owens
Porgy
Angel Blue
Bess
Frederick Ballentine
Sportin' Life
Alfred Walker
Crown
Golda Schultz
Clara
Donovan Singletary
Jake
Latonia Moore
Serena
Chauncey Packer
Robbins / Crab Man
Errin Duane Brooks
Mingo
Norman Garrett
Jim
Jamez McCorkle
Peter
Tichina Vaughn
Lily
Denyce Graves
Maria
Grant Neale
A detective
Bobby Mittlestadt
An undertaker
Chanae Curtis
Annie
Arthur Woodley
"Lawyer" Frazier
Aundie Marie Moore
Strawberry woman
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary Halvorson, James Robinson
- Screenplay & Story
- Ira Gershwin, DuBose Heyward, Dorothy Heyward
- Original Score
- George Gershwin
- Original Title
- Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 10m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.9M
- Production Studios
- The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary Halvorson, James Robinson
Ira Gershwin, DuBose Heyward, Dorothy Heyward
George Gershwin
Victoria Warivonchik, Louisa Briccetti
Department Leadership Roster
Victoria Warivonchik
Producer
DuBose Heyward
Writer
James Robinson
Production Design
Louisa Briccetti
Producer
George Gershwin
Original Music Composer
Dorothy Heyward
Writer
Gary Halvorson
Director
Ira Gershwin
Writer
James Robinson
Director
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What is Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera about?
The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants.
Who directed Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera?
Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera was directed by Gary Halvorson, James Robinson.
Who stars in Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera?
The principal cast of Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera includes Eric Owens, Angel Blue, Frederick Ballentine, Alfred Walker, Golda Schultz.
When was Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera released and how long is it?
Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 3h 10m.
How much did Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera make at the box office?
Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera grossed $1.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera was composed by George Gershwin.