The Met made history in December 2006 when in presented its first Live in HD transmission to cinemas worldwide: the abridged English-language version of Mozart's The Magic Flute. Julie Taymor's whimsical production features a winning ensemble, including tenor Matthew Polenzani, baritone Nathan Gunn, and bass Rene Pape. The opera returns to select movie theaters for a special presentation during the holiday season.

Nathan Gunn as Papageno in Mozart's "The Magic Flute."

Photo: Ken Howard / Met Opera