Macbeth at Metropolitan Opera: Quinn Kelsey & Lise Davidsen

Two of Opera's Biggest Voices Collide in Verdi's Macbeth at Lincoln Center

You walk into the Met and sit down to watch two of opera's finest voices—Quinn Kelsey and Lise Davidsen—perform Verdi's Macbeth under the baton of Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin. The production is modern and sharp, the orchestra is tight, and the supporting cast is strong. Your ticket includes all taxes and fees, and accessible seating is available if you request it at checkout.

Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to see world-class opera singers perform Verdi without the hassle of arranging transportation or worrying about hidden charges—the ticket price covers everything, and the Met's location on public transit means you can focus on the performance instead of logistics.

What’s included

• Your ticket includes entry to the performance, all taxes and fees, and access to the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center.
• Accessible seating options are available upon request at checkout.
• Public transportation to the venue is readily accessible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Attend Macbeth opera at the Met

• Arrive at The Metropolitan Opera House
• Watch Macbeth opera performance

The Experience

Picture this: the curtain rises on a stage thick with shadow and ambition. Quinn Kelsey stands alone, the Scottish king already unraveling under the weight of what he's done, what he's about to do. Then Lise Davidsen enters—the world's reigning dramatic soprano—and the two of them lock into a duet that feels less like singing and more like two people tearing each other apart. This is Macbeth at the Metropolitan Opera, and it's the kind of night that reminds you why people still dress up and sit in the dark to watch other people perform.

The production itself is sharp and modern without feeling like it's trying too hard. Louisa Proske, a director who's been making waves internationally, strips away the ornament and leaves you with the raw machinery of Verdi's score—all those moments where the music doesn't just accompany the drama, it becomes the drama. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Met Orchestra, and you can feel the precision in every phrase, the way the orchestra leans into the singers rather than drowning them out. The supporting cast—Freddie De Tommaso as Macduff and Ryan Speedo Green as Banquo—are equally strong, which matters because this opera lives or dies on ensemble work.

The Metropolitan Opera is at Lincoln Center, and getting there is straightforward: public transportation runs directly to the venue, and the theater itself is wheelchair accessible. When you buy your ticket, the best available seats get assigned right away, so you'll know exactly where you're sitting before you commit. If you need accessible seating—transfer seating with a retractable arm or wheelchair space—just note it in the special requirements field at checkout, and they'll have it ready. All taxes and fees are already built into the price, so there's no surprise at the end.

This is Verdi at his most theatrical, a story about power and guilt that doesn't feel like it's from 1847. It feels like it's happening right now, in front of you, and the two singers at the center of it are at the absolute top of their game.

Top questions

Who sings the lead roles in this production of Macbeth?

Quinn Kelsey sings Macbeth and Lise Davidsen sings Lady Macbeth. Freddie De Tommaso performs as Macduff and Ryan Speedo Green as Banquo.

Who is conducting the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra?

Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the Met's Music Director, conducts.

Is the Metropolitan Opera wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The theater is wheelchair accessible, and you can request wheelchair seating or transfer seating (retractable arm aisle seat) in the special requirements field at checkout.

Are taxes and fees included in the ticket price?

Yes, all taxes, fees and handling charges are included.

How do I get to the Metropolitan Opera?

The theater is located at Lincoln Center in New York City. Public transportation options are available nearby.

Will I know my seat location before I buy?

Yes. The best available seats are assigned at the time of purchase and listed on your actual tickets.

Who directed this production?

Louisa Proske, an internationally acclaimed director known for her work around the world.