This masterpiece of dazzling vocal fireworks makes a rare Met appearance—its first in nearly 25 years—with Maurizio Benini on the podium. The all-star bel canto cast features Angela Meade in the title role of the murderous Queen of Babylon, who squares off in breathtaking duets with Arsace, a trouser role sung by Elizabeth DeShong. Javier Camarena, Ildar Abdrazakov, and Ryan Speedo Green complete the stellar cast.

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Runtime: 240 min

Director: Maurizio Benini

Studio: The Metropolitan Opera

Producer: John Copley

Screenplay: Gioachino Rossini

Cast: Angela Meade,Elizabeth DeShong,Javier Camarena,Ildar Abdrazakov,Ryan Speedo Green

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