The history of castrati is always a conversation-provoking topic, and for good reason! Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, who currently stars as Orfeo in Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice, was kind enough to dive into the history of castrati, the origins of the role of Orfeo, and more as we prepare for the final performance of the season on June 8! Catch this stunning production on stage just two more times this season. J. David Jackson conducts. Book your tickets now: bit.ly/3NQMxtE #MetOpera #NYC #Pu

Have you heard of castrati before? • Since y’all asked, we’re talking about the history of castrato and castrati singers. Back in the day, these young boys with promising voices were castrated before puberty to preserve their high, angelic voices. This practice was prevalent from the 16th to the 18th centuries. • Born November 1, 1858, Alessandro Moreschi was one of the last castrati. He made two recordings, one in 1902 and another in 1904, offering a rare glimpse into this unique vocal traditio

The Last Castrato - Alessandro Moreschi #history | For Time Travelers