A russian masterpiece returns

Ren Pape reprises his acclaimed role as the ill-fated 16th century Russian tsar. This sensational piece by the groundbreaking composer Russian Modest Mussorgsky is his only complete opera. Conducted by Sebastian Weigle and choreographed by Apostolia Tsolaki, delve into Russian 16th-century politics with the Met Opera!

It's 1598 in Moscow, and Boris Godunov is reluctantly crowned Tsar of Russia. Unbeknownst to him, forces plot from afar to overthrow him and claim the throne for themselves. This is one of the most well-known Russian operas -  a key piece of Russian history and a riveting homage to its people's determination and strength.