THE 2011-2012 SEASON The biblical tale of the indomitable Samson, hero of the Hebrews, and the wily and beautiful Philistine, Delilah, who will discover the secret of his strength. Samson’s inevitable fall and his struggle to redeem himself is a story as old as time itself. (Their very names, mean “day” and “night” in Hebrew.) With a score of endless, exquisite melody, inexhaustible orchestral color and descriptive musical invention, we watch as Samson soars with righteous energy, is overcome by his own weakness, plunges into the depths of self-loathing and despair, and finally emerges, once again, as a divine champion! Don’t miss HOT’s performances of this 19th Century masterpiece—as current today as it was 3000 years ago—presented in concert with an all-star cast, and featuring our critically acclaimed Chorus and Orchestra, conducted by Ron De Fesi.   Sunday Matinée, September 18, 2011 at 4:00 PM THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF MONROE 142 Stage Road • Monroe, New York Sunday Matinée, September 25, 2011 at 4:00 PM THE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF MIDDLETOWN 25 Orchard Street • Middletown, New York   Performed in Concert with SAMSON, Argun Tekant, tenor DALILA, Korin Kormick, mezzo-soprano THE HIGH PRIEST, Peter Kendall Clark, baritone AN OLD HEBREW, Andrew Martens, bass ABIMÉLECH, Andrew Martens, bass FIRST PHILISTINE, Justin Randolph, tenor SECOND PHILISTINE, Kevin Randolph, basss PHILISTINE MESSENGER, Michael Kolb, tenor   with THE HUDSON OPERA THEATRE CHORUS & ORCHESTRA   Conducted by RON DE FESI   Read a Synopsis of the plot of “Samson et Dalila”   Read a review of this performance...   HOME • CURRENT SEASON • SCHEDULE • ARTISTS • PHOTOGRAPHS • TICKETS • DIRECTIONS MEMBERSHIP • HISTORY • OPERA QUIZ • NEXT SEASON • AUDITIONS • CONTACT US   © 1998-2011 Hudson Opera Theatre, Inc.