The Metropolitan Opera: Porgy and Bess
The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants.
Top Billed Cast
Angel Blue
Bess
Eric Owens
Porgy
Golda Schultz
Clara
Alfred Walker
Crown
Frederick Ballentine
Sportin' Life
Featured Crew
Ira Gershwin
Lyricist
George Gershwin
Songs
David Robertson
Conductor
Peter Gelb
General Manager
James Robinson
Production Design
DuBose Heyward
Original Story
Ira Gershwin
Writer
Michael Yeargan
Set Designer
Donald Holder
Lighting Design
Gary Halvorson
Director
Paul Cremo
Dramaturgy
Dorothy Heyward
Writer
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