On May 24, 1966, legendary soprano Leontyne Price made history by opening the Metropolitan Opera’s season in New York City. She performed the title role in Antony and Cleopatra, composed by Samuel Barber, marking the inauguration of the Met’s new home at Lincoln Center. Price, one of the first African American singers to achieve international acclaim in opera, was celebrated for her powerful voice and stage presence. Her performance symbolized a major cultural milestone, breaking racial barriers in one of the world’s most prestigious classical music institutions.
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