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The Metropolitan Opera’s production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Così fan tutte, directed by Phelim McDermott, returns to New York with a visual aesthetic inspired by the early 20th-century Coney Island boardwalk. The limited run features a cast of acclaimed stars, including Federica Lombardi and Samantha Hankey, performing the comic opera under the baton of conductor Nimrod David Pfeffer.
Production Design and Artistic Vision
Cast and Musical Direction
The production brings together an ensemble of established operatic performers. The Metropolitan Opera cast listings for the current season confirm the following primary roles:
- Fiordiligi: Federica Lombardi
- Dorabella: Samantha Hankey
- Ferrando: Duke Kim
- Guglielmo: Andrey Zhilikhovsky
- Don Alfonso: Gerald Finley
- Despina: Ana María Martínez
The musical direction is led by conductor Nimrod David Pfeffer. The score includes well-known pieces such as "Soave sia il vento," "Come scoglio," and "Un’aura amorosa." The performances are sung in Italian, with the house providing Met Titles in multiple languages to assist audience comprehension.
Performance Logistics and Audience Information
The production is hosted at the Metropolitan Opera House. Because casting remains subject to change due to illness or scheduling, the company advises patrons to check the official Met Opera website for the most current schedule and artist updates.
The production is generally recommended for audiences aged six and older. As with all performances at the venue, ticket availability and specific show times vary by date. Visitors are encouraged to verify their specific performance window through the Met’s digital box office during the booking process.
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