English National Opera's 'Dead Man Walking' Opera Hailed as 'Triumph'

Imagine a very sad and serious play, but with singing – that's opera!

This opera is called 'Dead Man Walking' and it tells a true story about a nun who becomes friends with a man on death row.

The man did some very bad things, like hurting people.

The opera shows his crime, which is very upsetting, and then shows his time waiting to be executed.

Even though it's sad, people say it's a really good opera because it makes you think about right and wrong.

The music is described as beautiful and powerful, and the singers are excellent.

It's a 'triumph' because it's so moving and well-done, even though the story is tough to watch.