The First Emperor

Name: The First Emperor
Cast: Elizabeth Futral, Plácido Domingo, Paul Groves, Michelle DeYoung, Hao Jiang Tian

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The incomparable Plácido Domingo began a new chapter in his legendary Met career when he created the role of Emperor Qin in the world premiere of Tan Dun’s epic opera. Staged by revered film director Zhang Yimou, The First Emperor is both a rich pageant of ancient China and a fascinating study of the ruler who united it. Conducted by the composer, it also stars Paul Groves and Elizabeth Futral and features a riveting turn by Peking Opera performer Wu Hsing-Kuo as the Yin-Yang Master.

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Cast & Crew

Director: Brian LargeWriters: Ha Jin, Tan Dun

Elizabeth Futral

as Princess Yueyang

Plácido Domingo

as Emperor Qin

Paul Groves

as Gao Jianli

Michelle DeYoung

as Shaman

Hao Jiang Tian

as General Wang

Tan Dun

as Conductor

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