Samson et Dalila is a grand French-language opera by Camille Saint-Saëns that retells the biblical tale of Samson and Delilah with lush orchestration and dramatic chorus. Presented at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York, the production highlights the company’s renowned staging, vocal artistry, and live orchestra. It is notable for its enduring place in the operatic repertoire and for featuring the famous aria Mon cœur s’ouvre à ta voix.
