 | Richard Wagner
The operas of Richard Wagner have formed a central part of the Met’s repertory from the company's inaugural season to this day. |  | |
 | The Met on Tour
Ever since its first season the Met has brought great opera to music lovers all over the U.S. and around the world. | | |
 | The Met Auditions
In 1935, the Met introduced the Auditions of the Air for young singers. Many winners of this contest, and of today's National Council Auditions, went on to major careers. | |
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 | Opening Night 1883
The story of how the Met was created, its gala opening night, and its first season. | |
 | African Americans at the Met
Marian Anderson’s debut at the Met in 1955 opened the door for African-American singers of following generations. | |
 | Bel Canto
The art of “beautiful singing” as developed by great Italian composers has been gloriously represented at the Met from its first season until today. | |
 | Giacomo Puccini
Puccini had a love affair with the Met and New York. Several of his operas had their world premieres at the house. | |
 | Technology
From wax cylinders to HD broadcasts, the Met has been at the forefront of using new technology to reach opera audiences. | |