About the Show

A bold new production of the classic Mozart opera, reimagined by director Simon McBurney.

Simon McBurney's acclaimed full-length German-language rendition of Mozart's beloved fable, renowned for its innovative blend of projections, puppetry, and special effects, triumphantly returns to the Metropolitan Opera stage after its highly-praised premiere in 2023.

Tenor Ben Bliss and soprano Golda Schultz embody the roles of the noble lovers Tamino and Pamina, while baritone Thomas Oliemans delivers a vibrant performance as the eccentric bird catcher Papageno. Soprano Kathryn Lewek dazzles once again with her electrifying portrayal of the Queen of the Night, joined by Stephen Milling as the priest Sarastro, under the baton of conductor Evan Rogister.

Critic Reviews (2)

For a previous production

"The production visually unifies the disparate scenes of this strange journey; still, the overall effect is theatrical and spirited rather than grim...Everything works out in the end, and the welcoming ethos of the production is pervasive."
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For a previous production

“ 'Die Zauberflöte' is ultimately an opera about hope for a better society. And McBurney manages to find a way to ensure that in his retelling of this story, it’s a vastly more inclusive one than the one Mozart intended."
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Cast and creative team

The Metropolitan Opera House

Producer

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart