Over the course of 90 minutes, we watch the finalists as they select concert repertoire work intensively with singing, breathing and acting coaches rehearse with the orchestra try on costumes and finally stride onto the Met stage to perform. The documentary covers the climactic final phase of one the world’s most prestigious competitions for up-and-coming opera stars. “The film is really about whether these young singers have what it takes to transcend their fears, walk on stage and face their futures,” Froemke says. Shot by filmmaker Susan Froemke (the director of Emmy Award-winning documentaries about pianist Vladimir Horowitz and cellist Mstislav Rostropovich, among other projects), “The Audition” follows 11 opera singers from ages 20 to 30 as they prepare for the 2007 finals of the Met’s National Council Auditions over a tension-packed 10 days in New York. A new, feature-length documentary produced by the Metropolitan Opera, “The Audition,” which debuts today in conjunction with the Met’s HD screening series, provides a rare insight into the enormous challenges facing up-and-coming singers as they attempt to launch their careers in a cutthroat profession. One aspect of backstage drama that few people outside the opera world know anything about, however, is the high-stakes journey undertaken by aspiring singers as they reach for stardom. The salons of Europe doubtless gossiped for months after Hans von Bulow’s wife, Cosima, left the celebrated German conductor and pianist for the even more celebrated operatic auteur Wagner. Luciano Pavarotti earned the nickname “The King of Cancellations” for his habit of frequently backing out of performances, which strained his relationships with some opera houses. Maria Callas’ diva-like antics have become legendary. Go to or text “BERT” to 511511 to Save Up to 50% on SELECT Wine Cellars and Furniture now through Labor Day.Just like the stories it seeks to tell through histrionic plots, spectacular settings and virtuosic vocal lines, the world of opera is full of behind-the-scenes drama. This episode is also brought to you by Wine Enthusiast. Get free access to over 350 console games and perks at /bertcast This episode is also brought to you by Backbone. Go to and use the code “BERT” at checkout for 15% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Black Buffalo Zero. Tim has a brand new Special “A Real Hero” available now on Netflix! We talk about internet culture, things Tim loves, local hometown bars, his new Netflix special, life advice for Ila, and much more! Today, I sit down with comedian, Tim Dillon.
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