The Met: Live in HD presents Parsifal
- June 5, 2027 11:00AM - 5:00PM
- The Varsity Cinema, 1207 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
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A profound philosophical meditation on compassion and reconciliation, this transcendent rendering of a medieval knight’s heroic quest for the Holy Grail returns in François Girard’s celebrated production, a “thoughtful and intrepid staging, full of striking imagery” (The New York Times). Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts a cast of Wagnerian superstars, including tenor Piotr Becza?a in the title role, mezzo-soprano El?na Garan?a as the enigmatic Kundry, baritone Peter Mattei as the ailing Amfortas, bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as the sorcerer Klingsor, and bass Jongmin Park as the wise Gurnemanz. This live cinema transmission is part of The Met: Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.
Presented in partnership with Des Moines Metro Opera. A representative from DMMO will be present 30 minutes before each screening to share information about DMMO, the upcoming 2027 Festival Season, and connect with patrons.