Details

Elijah Moshinsky's sensuous production of Saint-Saens' biblical blockbuster, with vivid designs by Sir Sidney Nolan. Charismatic tenor Jon Vickers stars as a tortured Samson, while the sultry Shirley Verrett is the object of his passion. Sir Colin Davis conducts from the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Cast/Performers

Jon Vickers, Shirley Verrett

Creatives/Company

Director: Elijah Moshinsky
Conductor: Colin Davis
Music: Saint-Saens
Design: Sidney Nolan