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The Metropolitan Opera: Porgy and Bess

2020-02-01
9.5
en 190m
Music
The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants.

Lyricist

Ira Gershwin

Songs

George Gershwin

Conductor

David Robertson

Original Story

DuBose Heyward

Set Designer

Michael Yeargan

Lighting Design

Donald Holder

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Status

Released

Revenue

$1,887,761

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • The Metropolitan Opera