Salome
Music by Richard Strauss Libretto by Hedwig Lachmann adapted from Oscar Wilde’s play of the same name
Whitney Hall at the Kentucky Center 501 West Main Street
May 7, 2027 | 7:30pm
May 8, 2027 | 7:30pm
Family dysfunction has never been as vividly rendered as it is by Strauss in this landmark operatic adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s radical play of the same name. Witnessing Strauss’ wild, unharnessed work is one of life’s truly unforgettable experiences.
Gain insights and context about this production at our pre-show Opera Café* event on April 10, 2027 at The Brown Hotel.
*Exclusive event for Kentucky Opera donors and subscribers. Tickets available for purchase upon request
Additional Events
Opera Café: April 10, 10:30am-noon at The Brown Hotel
Artists
Conductor
Teddy Abrams
director
Ben Robinson
Jochanaan
Reginald Smith, Jr.
Narraboth
Omar Najmi
First Jew
Jesse Donner
fourth jew
Dylon Crain
Salome
Jessica Faselt
Herodes
Chad Shelton
Second Jew
Zack Morris
Herodias
Lindsay Ammann
The Page of herodias
Hannah Shea
Third jew
Matthew Pearce
fifth jew
Kyle King
Kentucky Opera is committed to addressing financial barriers to participation in the arts and offers pay-what-you-can ticketing. Please contact the box office at (502) 584-4500 for more information!