Richard Strauss’ Salomé

Composer Richard Strauss created this striking single-act modernist opera in 1905, drawing its libretto from Oscar Wilde's 1891 French drama Salome (translated into German). The work chronicles Salomé's dangerous infatuation with the captive holy man Jochanaan, which spirals into destructive passion and ultimate ruin. Celebrated for its gripping emotional intensity, elaborate orchestral writing, and the renowned "Dance of the Seven Veils," this opera stands as a defining work of twentieth-century operatic repertoire. Composition by Richard Strauss Text adaptation by Oscar Wilde Orchestration arranged by Nigel Shore Conducting: BARRY KOLMAN Salomé: NETTA OR, soprano Jochanaan: JOSEPH LIA, baritone Herod: EDUARDO HURTADO RAMPOLDI, tenor Herodias: GRAZIELLA DE BATTISTA, mezzo-soprano Purchase a ticket with 25% savings when you also book for Oscar Wilde's SALOME running November 6-15