Norma returns to the stage on Saturday, March 4, starring soprano SONYA YONCHEVA and mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Gubanova as the fearless title priestess and her protégée turned rival, Adalgisa. As you look forward to Saturday’s performance, enjoy this clip from the final dress rehearsal of Yoncheva and Gubanova singing an excerpt from Norma and Adalgisa’s emotional Act II duet, “Mira, o Norma.” Maestro Maurizio Benini conducts David McVicar’s fiery production. Experience Bellini’s scorching bel can

Bellini’s scorching bel canto drama returns to the stage tonight, March 11. Only four performances remain this season! In this clip from the final dress rehearsal, mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Gubanova and tenor Michael Spyres - BariTenor sing an excerpt from Pollione and Adalgisa’s Act I duet, “Vieni in Roma.” Maestro Maurizio Benini conducts David McVicar’s dramatic staging. Norma is on stage through March 25: bit.ly/39paw1t | The Metropolitan Opera

Vincenzo Bellini, the composer known in his own time as 'the Swan' on account of the graceful melodies he composed, was born on this day in 1801 🎂 To celebrate, here's a taste of The Royal Opera's Norma, one of the most-loved of all Italian operas. The Royal Opera's production is now available on Royal Opera House Stream. Sign up now and get the first month for just £1. ▶️ https://bit.ly/3OyVK8X | Royal Ballet And Opera