Samson and Delilah
Dec 05, 2026
Director
Darko TresnjakOverview
Sacred, scandalous, and irresistibly alluring, Saint-Saëns’s spectacular take on the biblical hero of legendary strength and the seductive Philistine whose beauty overpowers him returns in the Met’s larger-than-life production. Featuring a massive orchestra and chorus and some of opera’s most spellbinding tunes, this masterpiece of French grand opera is a feast for the eyes and ears. Giacomo Sagripanti conducts an electrifying cast led by the formidable star pairing of mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina and tenor Clay Hilley, transmitted live to cinemas worldwide. This live cinema transmission is part of The Met: Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.
Cast of Samson and Delilah
Crew of Samson and Delilah
About Samson and Delilah
What is Samson and Delilah about?
Sacred, scandalous, and irresistibly alluring, Saint-Saëns’s spectacular take on the biblical hero of legendary strength and the seductive Philistine whose beauty overpowers him returns in the Met’s larger-than-life production. Featuring a massive orchestra and chorus and some of opera’s most spellbinding tunes, this masterpiece of French grand opera is a feast for the eyes and ears. Giacomo…
When was Samson and Delilah released?
Samson and Delilah is scheduled for release on December 5, 2026.
Who directed Samson and Delilah?
Samson and Delilah was directed by Darko Tresnjak.
Who is in the cast of Samson and Delilah?
The cast of Samson and Delilah includes Aigul Akhmetshina (Dalila), Clay Hilley (Samson), Quinn Kelsey (High Priest of Dagon), Alfred Walker (Abimélech) and Morris Robinson (Old Hebrew).