The First Emperor: The Backstory

Evening Music | May 6, 2010
The most expensive production ever mounted by the Met Opera, Tan Dun's The First Emperor received its World Premiere in December of 2006. Hear the backstory from Plácido Domingo, Tan Dun and others on the production, the music and the story of this historic event.

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