New York
Ultimate Opera: Two Productions at the Met
Program No. 12726RJ
Fulfill a dream and come to New York to attend two performances at the Metropolitan Opera House. Plus, enjoy a private demonstration by an outstanding professional singer!
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DATES & PRICES
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Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024
Nov 10 - Nov 15, 2024
Dec 8 - Dec 13, 2024
Jan 19 - Jan 24, 2025
Mar 9 - Mar 14, 2025
Apr 26 - May 1, 2025
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May 11 - May 16, 2025Oct 26 - Oct 31, 2025
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Dec 7 - Dec 12, 2025DATES & PRICES
Balcony Seats | Orchestra Seats |
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Includes balcony section seating at ticketed performances.
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Includes orchestra section seating at ticketed performances. |
Oct 13 - Oct 18, 2024
Nov 10 - Nov 15, 2024
Dec 8 - Dec 13, 2024
Jan 19 - Jan 24, 2025
Mar 9 - Mar 14, 2025
Apr 26 - May 1, 2025
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May 11 - May 16, 2025Oct 26 - Oct 31, 2025
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Nov 9 - Nov 14, 2025Full Inventory
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At a Glance
Experience the ultimate in opera as you attend two performances at the world-famous Metropolitan Opera House, part of New York City’s Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and get a glimpse behind the scenes as you meet and talk with professionals in the opera world.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles per day with stairs. Public transportation used exclusively throughout program.
What You'll Learn
- Attend two opera performances at the legendary Metropolitan Opera House.
- Enjoy presentations by professionals such as singers, an opera director, conductor, chorus master or historian (as available).
- Delight in a private demonstration with an outstanding professional singer.
General Notes
Two levels of seating available. Select seating at time of registration.
Featured Expert
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Daniel Egan
Daniel Egan has degrees in music theory from St. Olaf, the Eastman School of Music and Yale, where he is on faculty. He has appeared as soloist or ensemble singer with the New York Philharmonic, Opera Orchestra of New York, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and was in the permanent ensemble at New York City Opera. His recordings include “Sweeney Todd” with the New York Philharmonic and backup vocals for Patti Page’s "Live at Carnegie Hall: The 50th Anniversary Concert.” Both earned Grammy nominations.
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Daniel Egan
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Daniel Egan has degrees in music theory from St. Olaf, the Eastman School of Music and Yale, where he is on faculty. He has appeared as soloist or ensemble singer with the New York Philharmonic, Opera Orchestra of New York, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and was in the permanent ensemble at New York City Opera. His recordings include “Sweeney Todd” with the New York Philharmonic and backup vocals for Patti Page’s "Live at Carnegie Hall: The 50th Anniversary Concert.” Both earned Grammy nominations.
Kevin McGee
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Kevin McGee lives a half-mile from where he was born on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Columbia’s School of General Studies. Most of his working career was in administration for video-sound facilities specializing in television production. He later served as Director of Development Operations at Union Theological Seminary where he designed and led explorations of the landmarked campus in Morningside Heights. Since retirement, Kevin continues to take great pleasure in sharing New York City, his home, with visitors.
Karl Baudendistel
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A New York City resident for more than 25 years, Karl Baudendistel loves sharing his knowledge of the city with visitors from around the world. Having spent 20 years overseeing ‘the business of show business’ for numerous Broadway and touring productions, chances are he’s been to a city near you. Karl is a member of The Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers, is a trained sommelier and was educated at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
Suggested Reading List
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Ultimate Opera: Two Productions at the Met
Program Number: 12726
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