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The Metropolitan Opera: Manon
10.0 / 10• 2019• 3h 52m•NR• French
MusicDrama
Storyline
Massenet’s tale of passion, excess, and their consequences stars rising soprano Lisette Oropesa in the effervescent title role. Tenor Michael Fabiano is her ardent admirer, Chevalier des Grieux, with Maurizio Benini conducting Laurent Pelly’s enchanting production.
Cast & Crew
Lisette Oropesa
Manon Lescaut
LeadMF
Michael Fabiano
Chevalier des Grieux
Kwangchul Youn
Comte des Grieux
AR
Artur Ruciński
Lescaut
CB
Carlo Bosi
Guillot de Morfontaine
BP
Brett Polegato
De Brétigny
JE
Jacqueline Echols
Pousette
LK
Laura Krumm
Javotte
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Gary Halvorson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Metropolitan Opera: Manon is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
