Mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe stars as the bar owner Kathy Hagen in Terence Blanchard and librettist Michael Cristofer’s Champion, and we recently joined her behind the scenes to learn more about her experience in James Robinson’s production. Only three performances remain! Blythe is joined by bass-baritones Ryan Speedo Green and Eric Owens as Emile Griffith and soprano Latonia Moore as Emelda Griffith. Met Music Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin conducts. On stage through May 13: bit.ly/3Hph3pz |

Happy Pride! In celebration of all LGBTQIA artists, administrators, and audience members, Met stars mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe and countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo recorded a special rendition of the classic song “Rainbow Connection.” Enjoy their performance and watch an extended conversation with them about the importance of Pride on our social media channels this Sunday, June 28. | The Metropolitan Opera