Evening gala at Met Opera features Sting musical performance

The image depicts a man and a woman standing on a balcony in New York City. The man, wearing a light blue suit and white shirt, holds a champagne flute. The woman, in a floral print dress, also holds a champagne flute. They are both looking out from the balcony, which has a glass railing. Behind them, a skyscraper is reflected in the windows of the building. The architecture of the building is characterized by textured, light-colored stone. The overall scene suggests a sophisticated urban setting, possibly a social event or a celebration.

The image shows a wide, sweeping staircase with a red carpet, leading up into a grand interior space. The architecture features curved balconies with golden ceilings and maroon walls, accented by ornate chandeliers. Several people are ascending the stairs, dressed in casual attire. On the left, a woman with long dark hair in a black sleeveless top and blue jeans is walking up, carrying a black bag. To her right, a man in a light purple plaid shirt and blue jeans is also moving upwards, holding a white garment. Other individuals are visible further up the staircase and on the balconies, some in groups, observing the surroundings. The overall impression is of an opulent public building, likely a performance hall or opera house, possibly the Metropolitan Opera House in Lincoln Center, New York City, given its distinctive architectural style and grand scale.

The image depicts a dimly lit, curved staircase covered in red carpeting. The walls are also a deep red, with a single illuminated light fixture on the left wall casting a warm glow. An "EXIT" sign with red lettering is visible on the upper right wall. A red handrail follows the curve of the staircase. The overall atmosphere is opulent and perhaps a bit dramatic, suggesting a theater or a high-end establishment. There are no people present in the image. The location is not specified in the image.

The image depicts the exterior of the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center in New York City. A large banner advertising "The Last Ship: The Musical" featuring Sting and Shaggy is prominently displayed on the facade. People are seen walking and sitting on a paved plaza in front of the building. The architecture of the Metropolitan Opera House, characterized by its grand arches and textured stone, is visible. In the background, other buildings of Lincoln Center and surrounding urban structures can be observed under a cloudy sky.

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