Salome

Summary

«Salome» is a tragedy by Oscar Wilde, based on the biblical story of Salome, the daughter of Herodias, who demands the head of John the Baptist in exchange for dancing before King Herod. The action takes place in Judea, in the palace of King Herod. Salome, captivated by the beauty of John the Baptist, attempts to seduce him, but he rejects her. Driven by passion and a sense of vengeance, Salome performs the Dance of the Seven Veils for Herod, who promises to grant her any wish. She demands John's head on a silver platter. Herod, shocked but unable to break his promise, orders her wish to be fulfilled. In the finale, Salome, having received John's head, expresses her love for him, but Herod, horrified by what has transpired, orders Salome to be killed.