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MET: LIVE in HD MADAMA BUTTERFLY (PUCCINI) In her Met debut, Asmik Grigorian tackles the demanding role of Cio Cio San, the trusting geisha at the heart of Puccini?s tragedy. Tenor Jonathan Tetelman is the callous American naval officer Pinkerton whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong is the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritone Lucas Meachem is the American consul Sharpless. Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang makes her Met debut conducting Anthony Minghellas vivid production. Ticket holders are invited to a pre-opera talk by Chuck Mishaan 30 minutes prior to curtain time in the theater.