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The Metropolitan Opera: Agrippina
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THE METROPOLITAN OPERA: AGRIPPINA

20203h 25m

Directed by David McVicar

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As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating.

Cast

Joyce DiDonato

Joyce DiDonato

Agrippina

Nicholas Tamagna

Nicholas Tamagna

Narciso

Brenda Rae

Brenda Rae

Poppea

Kate Lindsey

Kate Lindsey

Nerone

Iestyn Davies

Iestyn Davies

Ottone

Duncan Rock

Duncan Rock

Pallante

Matthew Rose

Matthew Rose

Claudio

Deborah Voigt

Deborah Voigt

Self - Host

Movie Vibe

Suspense5
Emotion7.4
Complexity8
Humor6.7
Realism7.6
Action5.4
Darkness4.5

Who would enjoy this

Recommended for

  • fans of character-driven stories
  • viewers looking for a fun, witty watch
  • viewers who enjoy immersive, epic experiences

May not appeal to

  • those looking for a quick watch
  • those seeking nonstop action

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