Judith and Holofernes (opera)

"Judith and Holofernes" is an opera inspired by a biblical story, portraying Judith’s courageous act of saving her people by seducing and ultimately beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes. The opera explores themes of bravery, morality, and political intrigue through powerful music and dramatic storytelling. It often emphasizes Judith’s inner strength and moral resolve amid danger, and the intense emotional and psychological complexities of her decision. As a work of classical music theater, it combines vocal artistry, orchestral richness, and theatrical staging to evoke the tension and significance of this historic-sounding narrative.