A deadly attraction
Strauss’s erotic psychodrama Salome returns to HGO with the U.S. premiere from Spanish director Francisco Negrin, who makes his company debut with this gripping production. Based on the scandalous play by Oscar Wilde, the opera recounts the story of a deeply disturbed princess who has fallen in love with Jokanaan (also known as John the Baptist). After he denies her advances, she performs the infamous and seductive Dance of the Seven Veils for King Herod in exchange for John’s head. Soprano Laura Wilde is taking on the title role, one of the greatest challenges in the operatic repertoire. She is joined by two Houston favorites and HGO Studio alumni: bass-baritone Ryan McKinny as Jokanaan and tenor Chad Shelton as Herod. Renowned conductor Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium.
A production of Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía of Valencia
Audience Warning: Salome contains adult content and is not suitable for all audiences. Strobe lights will occur during the production.
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Price Range
$20 - $210 -
Age
This production contains adult content; not suitable for children. -
Running Time
1 Hours 47 Minutes. No intermission. -
Language
Sung in German with projected English translation.
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