The Metropolitan Opera
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
More...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 60-minute VIP backstage 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
- Experience takes place on December 6, February 21, March 7, March 28, May 9, and June 6
- Experiences must be booked at least two days in advance of the date of your choice
- Experience must be purchased and booked by December 4 (for December 6 date), February 19 (for February 21 date), March 5 (for March 7 date), March 26 (for March 28 date), May 7 (for May 9 date), and June 4 (for June 6 date), or in each case, until sold out, whichever occurs first
- This Priceless experience is exclusively reserved for Mastercard cardholders 18 years old or older
- Limited quantities are available; experience is provided on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out
- Price listed is for 1 package (2 spots)
- Experience is for a minimum of 2 people
- Cardholder and Cardholder's guest will need to sign a waiver
- 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, such child 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 child 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 (if applicable) 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
- By clicking "Add to cart", you agree to all our Terms of Use and Terms & Conditions
- 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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