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Metropolitan Opera - Porgy and Bess

Metropolitan Opera - Porgy and Bess at Metropolitan Opera House

Why see Metropolitan Opera - Porgy and Bess?

Unmissable

One of the most acclaimed Met Opera productions of the last two decades, James Robinson's highly acclaimed production of the landmark American classic, returns for the 2025/26 season! Starring Alfred Walker and Brittany Renee as the titular couple, the Gershwin's folk-inspired epic takes us into the heart of 1930s Charleston, where the residents of Catfish Row tell a story of fraught tensions, love, grief, and the search for redemption.

Including long-beloved classics such as "Summertime", "I Got Plenty of Nothing" and "It Ain't Necessarily So", Porgy and Bess is a rich portrait of a forgotten time, but with themes as fresh as ever.

What Is The Story Of Porgy And Bess?

In the tenements of Charleston, South Carolina, Catfish Row is home to a close-knit, poverty-stricken community. Among them is the disabled beggar Porgy, who makes his way by pushing wares in his goat wagon. Into his path, the troublesome Bess is cast, after being thrown aside by her abusive, alcoholic lover, Crown. As the two try to battle her demons, a bittersweet romance ensues, admit the chaos and tragedy of the neighborhood.

Key Information

Audience

Sung in English with Met titles in English, German, Spanish and Italian

Run Time

Three hours and 30 minutes with one intermission

Dates

Dec 2 - Jan 24, 2026

Upcoming Performances

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