The Metropolitan Opera: Tristan und Isolde

The Metropolitan Opera: Tristan und Isolde (2026)



6.0 2026 312 min —

Director: Yuval Sharon

Cast: Lise Davidsen, Michael Spyres, Ryan Speedo Green, Ekaterina Gubanova, Tomasz Konieczny

The powerhouse Lise Davidsen takes on one of the most demanding roles in the dramatic soprano repertoire—the fiery Irish princess Isolde in Wagner’s profound exploration of love and mortality. Opposite her, heroic tenor Michael Spyres shines as the impassioned Tristan. Mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Gubanova returns with her acclaimed take on Brangäne, joined by bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as Kurwenal, following his standout Met performances in Wagner's *Der Fliegende Holländer* and the *Ring* cycle. Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green steps into a pivotal new role as King Marke.

More About This Film

The Metropolitan Opera: Tristan und Isolde presents Wagner's monumental opera in a new production at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. The production centers on the legendary lovers Tristan and Isolde while emphasizing Wagner's themes of desire, death, transformation and transcendence.

Yuval Sharon makes his Metropolitan Opera directorial debut, creating a visually ambitious staging with set design by Es Devlin, video design by Ruth Hogben and costumes by Clint Ramos. Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres headline the cast, conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

  • The production premiered at the Metropolitan Opera on March 9, 2026.
  • Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres both made Metropolitan Opera role debuts as Isolde and Tristan.
  • Yuval Sharon made his company directorial debut.
  • Es Devlin designed the sets and Clint Ramos designed the costumes.
  • The March 21 performance was transmitted worldwide as part of the Met Live in HD season.

Where to Watch

The performance has been distributed through the Metropolitan Opera's cinema and digital presentation network, with availability varying by market.