WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Metropolitan Opera's broadcast of "Madama Butterfly" airs at the Clark Art Institute on Saturday, May 11 at 12:55 pm in the last installment of this opera season's The Met: Live in HD. 

 

This award-winning series of live, high-definition cinema simulcasts features the full live performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. The Clark broadcasts the opera in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center.

 

According to a press release:

 

In her highly anticipated Met debut, extraordinary soprano Asmik Grigorian (tackles the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini's devastating tragedy. Tenor Jonathan Tetelman co-stars as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong takes the role of the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritone Lucas Meachem is the American consul Sharpless. Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang makes her Met debut conducting Anthony Minghella's vivid production.

 

Tickets $25 ($22 members, $18 students, $5 children 15 and under). Advance registration encouraged; capacity is limited. To purchase tickets, visit clarkart.edu/events or call the box office at 413 458 0524. No refunds.