Met Opera Backstage Tour
Past Member Event - Go behind the curtain of this famous institution and explore areas typically off-limits!
Tour Highlights:
- Learn the history of the Metropolitan Opera in the iconic 4,000-seat auditorium
- Visit backstage areas like the scenic and carpentry shops, wig shop, costume shop, and armory*
- See where opera singers get ready in rehearsal and dressing rooms
- Admire the stunning mid-century lobby with its iconic curvy red staircase
About the event:
The iconic lobby of the Met Opera alone is a stunning space, and the massive theater is breathtaking, but all of the magic is created behind the scenes. On this special access tour, guests will see firsthand how the opera's extravagant productions come to life in buzzing backstage areas like the scenic and carpentry shops, the wig shop, costume shop, and see where the actors prepare in their dressing rooms.
Things to Know:
- Walking & Wheelchairs: The Backstage Tour includes considerable standing, walking, stairs, and elevators. The opera house is able to accommodate individuals using wheelchairs or having other mobility challenges if a request is made at least 1 week before the desired tour date. Please call 212-870-7623 with questions and to reserve.
- Bags & Backpacks: Backpacks, briefcases, shopping bags, luggage, and other packages are not permitted on the tour, though a small purse/handbag/wallet may be carried. Checkroom facilities are not available, so please plan accordingly. Tourists with large bags and packages may be turned away from the tour and not refunded or rescheduled.
- Photography: Photography is not permitted while in the Metropolitan Opera House.
- Restrooms: There are no restrooms available on the tour route. Tourists may use the public facilities before and/or after the tour.
*Please note that as The Met Opera is a working opera house, not all areas may be available on every tour.
Photos by Jonathan Tichler/Metropolitan Opera unless otherwise noted
How do I sign up for this event?
If you are not a member yet, become one today at the Insider tier or higher to join in-person events like this!
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How many tickets can I reserve?
If you are an Insider level member ($20/month), you can reserve 1 ticket to this event. Explorer level members ($30/month) or Superfan ($100/month) can reserve 2 tickets. If you are a Support or Enthusiast level member but would like to attend, it’s easy to upgrade your account here!
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The event is sold out?
In-person Insider tours may have limited capacity and are booked on a first come, first served basis.
But don’t worry! Sometimes spots open up closer to the event date if there are cancellations. We also repeat our most popular events when possible so you will have another opportunity to join us. There are also multiple other members-only events weekly that you can join in!
What if I need to cancel?
If you cancel more than 48 hours ahead of the scheduled event, you will receive a 100%. When canceled less than 48 hours before the start of your tour, you will receive a gift card that can be used on any future events. Please be courteous to your fellow Insiders and let us know if you can no longer attend so we can offer your spot to another person.
