Salome marks the North American premiere of Sir David McVicar’s provocative production, set against the backdrop of 1930s fascist Italy. The demanding title role features Elena Stikhina in her eagerly ...
Across history, the opera has run afoul of censors for its brutality and nudity. The current production at the Lyric Opera of Chicago runs through Feb. 14.
Richard Strauss' spin on biblical tale is bursting with inventive music and otherworldly performances in West Bay's production, which runs through Feb. 22.