Music by Léo Delibes
Libretto by Edmond Gondinet & Phillipe Gille

Lakmé is Delibes' romantic fantasy of star-crossed lovers, accompanied by lilting, beautiful melodies and emotional arias. This concert presentation features romantic soaring orchestrations, including the famous "Flower Duet" and "Bell Song."

This rarely-performed opera is demanding—and dazzling—for a soprano. Aigul Khismatullina is hailed as "a marvel of precision and high polish" (The Arts Desk) whose "singing deservedly brings the house down" (The Independent). Featuring 57 members of the Seattle Symphony and 50 Seattle Opera Choristers, this celebrated score is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the sheer musical ecstasy of Lakmé.