Synopsis

Bartlett Sher, a Tony Award-winning director, helms the Metropolitan Opera's latest production, a highly praised new iteration. Conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads the cast, which features Aleksandrs Antonenko in his debut performance at the Met as Otello, the deeply troubled Moor of Venice. Sonya Yoncheva graces the stage as his pure-hearted wife, Desdemona, marking her first time in the role. Željko Lučić embodies Otello’s malevolent rival, Iago. Great Performances at the Met is celebrating i