Opening night at the Metropolitan Opera is one of New York City’s signature fall traditions. On Tuesday, September 22nd, the curtain rises on the 2026–27 season with the annual Opening Night Gala and a new production of Verdi’s Macbeth. The evening signals the start of another season at Lincoln Center, where opera lovers gather for one of the city’s biggest nights in the performing arts.
Opening Night at Lincoln Center
At 6:30 PM, Lise Davidsen takes the stage as Lady Macbeth, with Quinn Kelsey as Macbeth and Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducting. The production comes from director Louisa Proske, who makes her Metropolitan Opera debut with this new take on Verdi’s classic.
Opening night also offers a preview of what’s ahead for the season. The 2026–27 schedule includes five new productions and the return of audience favorites like La Bohème, Tosca, and The Magic Flute. Whether you have tickets for opening night or plan to visit later in the season, it’s the start of another year of world-class performances at one of New York City’s most celebrated cultural institutions.
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