An encore performance of Verdi’s La Traviata will be shown in select cinemas on Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in all time zones. Willy Decker’s stunning production of Verdi’s timeless tragedy stars the riveting singing actress Natalie Dessay as Violetta. Matthew Polenzani is Alfredo Germont, the young man from a good family who risks everything for Violetta. Dmitri Hvorostovsky sings Giorgio Germont, Alfredo’s father, who disapproves of Violetta’s lifestyle but is moved by her plight. Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi conducts.

In Birmingham, the broadcast will be shown at the Vestavia Hills 10, and Summit 16 Theatres.