The Metropolitan Opera on Madison Avenue

Oct 12 - Oct 22

Please be our special guest on Thursday, October 12, for a kickoff public performance by Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artists on the outdoor stage at Madison Avenue and East 72nd Street, 5–5:30PM.

Then take a stroll along Madison Avenue between East 57th and East 86th Streets to attend boutique receptions in participating stores, enter to win opera tickets, enjoy refreshments, view a curated exhibition of props and costumes, and meet and learn from members of the Met’s costume, artistic, and archives departments—all to benefit and support the Metropolitan Opera.

Check back soon for more information about specific in-store activities, including dates and times.

For more information about the upcoming Met season and ways to contribute: metopera.org

Participating Businesses

BUCCELLATI, 714 Madison Ave
On October 13-14, 1-5pm, in celebration of the Metropolitan Opera’s fall season, Buccellati New York invites you to be the first to view the exquisite Opera Galileo diamond pendant necklace while you enjoy a glass of Franciacorta and a sweet treat. Only on Madison – a flagship-exclusive.

DE BEERS, 716 Madison Ave
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DOLCE & GABBANA, 827 Madison Avenue
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FLORA ON MADISON & ANNE BARGE NY, 766 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 19, 5-7pm join us for a special Opera-themed reception of our bridal and wedding party gowns, while enjoying Lady M Bakeshop’s Signature Mille Crêpes cake bites and refreshments.

IPPOLITA, 721 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 19, 3-6pm, meet designer Ippolita Rostagno for an Opera-themed reception.

ISAIA, 819 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 19, 4-6pm, join us for a reception and a live musical performance by the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists – tomorrow’s opera stars.

KWIAT | FRED LEIGHTON, 773 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 12, 3:45-6pm, join us for a discussion on “Powerful Women in Opera: On Stage and Off.” Presented by Maurice Wheeler, Metropolitan Opera Director of Opera Archives and John Tomasicchio, Metropolitan Opera Associate Director of Opera Archives. By invitation only; contact your sales associate to learn more.

LADY M CONFECTIONS, 41 East 78th Street
Experience a curated soundtrack of Metropolitan Opera performances as you dine at our bakeshop café during the Metropolitan Opera on Madison Avenue festival, October 12-22.

MACKAGE, 814 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 12, 4-6pm, join us for a reception and pose for your opera-themed portrait by an accomplished sketch artist.

MAJORELLE AT THE LOWELL, 28 E 63rd St
Celebrate the Metropolitan Opera in good spirits and order our signature Opera cocktail – exclusively mixed for your pleasure during the Metropolitan Opera on Madison Avenue festival October 12-22.

MARINA RINALDI, 815 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 19, 5-7pm, join us for a special “backstage” view into the design process of the costumes of the Metropolitan Opera, featuring a discussion with Sylvia Nolan, Resident Costume Designer, Metropolitan Opera, Tera Willis Head of Wigs/Makeup, Metropolitan Opera and Sarah Sandal, US Director, Marina Rinaldi. By invitation only; contact your sales associate to learn more.

From October 18 to 20, join us for a special exhibition of the Metropolitan Opera’s costuming for Verdi’s “Otello”.

MAX MARA, 813 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 12, 5-7pm, join us for a reception featuring Metropolitan Opera Displays. Meet special guest Melissa Wegner, Executive Director, Lindemann Young Artist Development Program & Laffont Competition. By invitation only; contact your sales associate to learn more.

MONTBLANC, 635 Madison Avenue
The Montblanc Muses writing instrument collection is dedicated to the women who have left an indelible mark on culture and society. The latest Montblanc Muses Maria Callas Special Edition pen will debut in our Madison Avenue flagship on October 12, 5-7pm, at a private reception. By invitation only; contact your sales associate to learn more.

PAUL MORELLI, 725 Madison Ave
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RALPH LAUREN, 888 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 12, 5-7pm, Ralph Lauren celebrates Metropolitan Opera on Madison Avenue and invites you to join us for a passed tray hospitality reception timed to the live musical performance by the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists – tomorrow’s opera stars – on the outdoor stage at Madison Avenue at East 72nd Street.

REINSTEIN ROSS, 21 E 67th St
On Thursday, October 12, 5-7pm, join us for an Opera-themed open house reception.

VERSACE, 747 Madison Ave
On Thursday, October 12, 6-8pm, join us for a reception featuring a live performance by the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists. By invitation only; contact your sales associate to learn more.

VHERNIER, 994 Madison Ave
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Presented by the Madison Avenue BID, in partnership with The Metropolitan Opera.