La Boheme Tickets
Franco Zeffirelli's iconic staging of Puccini’s timeless tale of romance and heartbreak returns to the Metropolitan Opera.
La Boheme in New York
La Boheme, one of Giacomo Puccini’s most beloved operas, returns to the Upper West Side this fall at the Metropolitan Opera House. Renowned for its stunning music, heart-wrenching storytelling and beautiful set-design, its vivid portrayal of the bohemian lifestyle in Paris, renowned director Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary staging of the “astonishing, detailed and rich” (Opera Wire) La Boheme will steal your heart. Secure your tickets today!
What is the opera La Boheme about?
It’s Christmas Eve in Paris and four friends - a poet, a painter, a philosopher and a musician - are trying to make the best of the festive season, despite their financial struggles. A firm favorite with opera-lovers everywhere, La Boheme follows the lives of these young creatives as they explore grand themes of love and loss, alongside the trials and tribulations of everyday life and the struggle between creative freedom and financial security. Each act conveys a different season of life in both meaning and time, with Rodolfo and Mimi’s love story threaded throughout - how will Rodolfo cope when he finds out his new love is gravely ill, and can they all survive the winter to come? Coupled with Puccini’s exquisite and melodic score, including the beloved “Musetta’s Waltz”, we are rhythmically transported through the heartbreaking journey of the doomed couple, from their first encounter to their final declarations of love.
Originally inspired by Henri Murger’s 1851 novel, de la vie de boheme, the plot will also be familiar to theater fans of all genres, with Rent being a direct musical rendition of the opera turned contemporary. Zeffirelli’s “sumptuous” (New York Times) La Boheme is the Met Opera’s most staged production - book today for this breathtaking show.
Who are the creative team of La Boheme?
This revival of La Boheme uses legendary director Franco Zeffirelli’s celebrated staging, production and set design, first performed at the Met in 1981. He is best known for his Shakespeare movie adaptations of The Taming of the Shrew starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Hamlet starring Mel Gibson and Glenn Close and the Academy Award-winning Romeo and Juliet, as well as the award-winning TV mini series Jesus of Nazareth.
Conductors for this production include Keri Lynn Wilson (Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk), Daniele Rustioni (Aida), Roberto Kalb (La Boheme) and Karel Mark Chicon (Madama Butterfly).
Who are the cast of La Boheme?
This production features a rotating cast in the lead roles. Sopranos Juliana Grigoryan (Turandot), Angel Blue (Aida), and Aleksandra Kurzak (Les Contes d’Hoffmann) each star as Mimì, the ailing seamstress, opposite tenors Freddie De Tommaso (Tosca), Stephen Costello (Lucia di Lammermoor), Adam Smith (Madama Butterfly), and Long Long (La Boheme) as poet Rodolfo.
Book La Boheme Tickets at The Metropolitan Opera Today!
Immerse yourself in the magic of Puccini's masterpiece. La Boheme is “utterly spectacular and is a resounding triumph” (Opera Wire). Whether it's your first time experiencing the opera or a cherished favourite, this breathtaking production promises an evening of unforgettable music and storytelling. Secure your tickets for La Boheme at the Metropolitan Opera House today!
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This production is sung in Italian, with Met titles available in English, German, Spanish and Italian.
Please note that video cameras will be in operation during the November 4 and November 8 performances as part of the Met’s Live in HD series of cinema transmissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are La Boheme tickets?
La Boheme tickets are priced from $59.50 to $180.
Where is La Boheme playing in New York?
La Boheme is playing at the Metropolitan Opera House, 30 Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10023.
What is the age recommendation for La Boheme?
La Boheme is best for age 13+.
How long is La Boheme?
The running time for La Boheme at Metropolitan Opera House is 3 hours.
Is there an intermission during La Boheme?
Yes, there are two 15 minute intermissions during La Boheme.
Can I buy tickets for La Boheme at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Metropolitan Opera House box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
Tickets for La Boheme are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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Excellent production of this revival. Excellent singing…lively orchestra and quite good acting. We were enthralled.