“It exists in our imagination as one of those iconic moments in drama.” The most infamous moment of R. Strauss’ SALOME, the Dance of the Seven Veils has provoked awe and controversy throughout the opera’s history. Here, director Atom Egoyan explains the importance of this scene to our production—reflecting on the path that led our tragic heroine to her untimely demise.  Hear more from the director’s chair at coc.ca/COCnews/Egoyan | Canadian Opera Company | Facebook