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Step behind the golden curtain at the Metropolitan Opera

Explore the inner workings of the Met, where world-class artists and artisans bring extraordinary operas to life

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US$100

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The Experience

Go behind the scenes at the world-famous Metropolitan Opera, and relish a coveted look at what it takes to make operatic magic during a 90-minute VIP backstage walking tour. You'll access the backstage spaces of one of the world's premier performing arts organizations as your Met Opera guide brings you to the scenic and carpentry shops, rehearsal rooms, dressing rooms, and stage area. You and your guest will listen to stories about the opera house's legendary history and learn how your favorite operas come to life each season. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

 

What's priceless

 

Witnessing the awe-inspiring power of opera unfold from behind the scenes.

 

The highlights

 

  • Tour backstage areas of the Met Opera normally off-limits to the public
  • Marvel at the inner workings of this renowned opera company as you visit the stage, rehearsal room, and other spaces
  • Hear stories about the Met's history from an expert guide

Details

  • Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
  • The Cardholder will ensure any guest is bound, and will abide, by these Terms & Conditions and Terms of Use
  • Experience takes place on October 24th 2026, November 14th 2026, December 12th 2026 at 10:00 AM ET along with additional performances in 2027
  • Each cardholder may purchase up to a maximum of 4 packages (8 spots)
  • Price listed is for 1 package (2 spots)
  • You must have a valid email address to receive a booking confirmation email and further experience details
  • Experience must be booked at least 2 days in advance from each listed available date
  • Experience is valid for purchase through October 22nd, 2026 for the October 24th, 2026 experience date, November 12th, 2026 for the November 14th, 2026 experience date, December 10th 2026 for the December 12th experience date or in each case, until sold out, whichever occurs first
  • Limited quantities are available; experience is provided on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out
  • Experience is for a total minimum 2 of people
  • Experience is for a total maximum of 20 people
  • Experience is valid for participants 8 years old and older
  • Experience may be purchased by cardholders 18 years and older. Cardholders may purchase experience for guest under the age of 18. Cardholder's Guest must be at least 8 years or older.
  • Cardholder who purchases the experience agrees that if any of the tickets purchased will apply to a child participant or underaged participant, such underaged participant will be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian to the venue and the parent or legal guardian will be entirely responsible for ensuring their underaged participant abides by the terms of use, the terms and conditions of the experience and any other requirements mandated by the venue
  • Mastercard is not responsible for any costs associated with any cardholder or cardholder's guest transportation to or from the venue nor accommodations
  • Void where prohibited by law. Offer not available in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Russia, Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, or in any other country where prohibited by applicable law. We reserve the right to cancel any sale that we, in our sole discretion, determine is made in any such jurisdiction
  • The participants understand that this experience involves physical activities that may be hazardous and could result in injury or harm. They voluntarily participate with full knowledge of these risks and assume all responsibility for any injury, death, or property damage
  • Limited to 4 per person, subject to possessing a valid email

Fine Print

  • This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted

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