The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation Tickets

The Magic Flute Holiday Presentation in New York

Step into an enchanting fairytale filled with princes, princesses, magical creatures and stunning music this Christmas! The Met Opera’s dazzling The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation returns for another year, bringing the beauty of opera to a family audience. Directed by Tony Award winner Julie Taymor (The Lion King), this abridged, English-language version of Mozart’s opera combines classical music, bright staging and gorgeous puppetry. The Magic Flute is “an enthralling spectacle for both children and adults alike” (The Guardian) - secure your tickets today. 

About The Magic Flute Holiday Presentation

Mozart’s famous opera tells the story of Prince Tamino, who embarks on a journey to save the Queen of the Night’s daughter, Pamina, from a priest called Sarastro. Tamino is joined by the bird-catcher Papageno, and he has a magic flute to protect him, but this quest will challenge every bit of bravery and wisdom he has. But when he faces the evil Sarastro, is everything what it seems? This classic singspiel - an opera told with individual musical numbers connected by dialogue and stage action - is a brilliant mix of down-to-earth comedy and ethereal mysticism, as Tamino tries to prove his worthiness and help light triumph over darkness. Julie Taymor’s production is an abridged version of the original, performed in English and featuring whimsical puppet work and stage design.

This production “capture[s] the childlike wonder and ethereal beauty of Mozart's score” (Opera News). brings together the very best of Taymor’s eye for fantasy and breathtaking stagecraft with the soaring, multifaceted layers of Mozart’s score. The Magic Flute at the Met Opera has earned its place as a festive tradition in New York City and is one of the best shows for children if you want to experience the grandeur and glamor of an opera with a shorter running time.

About Julie Taymor

Julie Taymor may not be a familiar name at first glance, but her most famous work is: she is the director of Broadway’s The Lion King, which changed the landscape of family theater and stage-to-screen adaptations with its bold puppet designs, masks and sets. Her groundbreaking production is one of the most successful shows in New York theater history and won two Tony Awards including Best Director when it premiered in 1997. Taymor’s other work includes Academy Award nominated movie Frida, and The Tempest on screen, and M Butterfly on stage. As a designer and director, her distinctive style and bold approach to storytelling make her one of the best theater directors for spectacular family shows that will inspire childlike wonder no matter your age.

Book Your Tickets for The Magic Flute at the Met Opera

Inventive staging, beautiful music and a vibrant, easy-to-follow story make The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation the perfect introduction to opera for kids, and a jaw-dropping winter warmer for the whole family. It’s back in NYC for a limited time only, so book your tickets now and travel to a world of fantasy, magic, adventure and music in this “unforgettable, family-friendly production” (Broadway World). Book tickets for The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation at the Metropolitan Opera House today!