Metropolitan Opera House
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Metropolitan Opera House
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Elevator access, wheelchair access, accessible listening devices, Braille and large print programs
About Metropolitan Opera House
The Metropolitan Opera was founded in 1883, originally located at 39th Street and Broadway. The opera house at Lincoln Center opened in September 1966. With nearly 4,000 seats, the Metropolitan Opera House is one of the largest opera houses in the world. Subtitles in multiple languages can be found on the back of every seat, making it simple to follow along with the onstage action.
Artists ranging from Renée Fleming and Luciano Pavarotti to Kelli O’Hara and Sandra Oh have performed on the Met’s legendary stage — one of the most technically advanced stages in New York, capable of holding up to five spectacular productions at once.
How to get to The Metropolitan Opera
The Metropolitan Opera is located on the Upper West Side between West 62nd and 65th Streets and Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues. If riding the subway, take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center Station. If riding the bus, take the M5, M7, M10, M11, M20, M66, M104 or BxM2 lines.
What to wear to The Metropolitan Opera
There is no dress code at the Met, but a night at the opera can be a great excuse to get dressed up.
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