With a libretto by Sarah Ruhl, the opera reimagines the familiar tale from Eurydice’s POV.

Great Performances at the Met: Eurydice Great Performances

Premiered March 06, 2022
Great Performances at the Met: Eurydice

The ancient Greek myth of Orpheus, who attempts to harness the power of music to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the Underworld, has inspired composers since opera’s earliest days. With a libretto by Sarah Ruhl, adapted from her acclaimed 2003 play, the opera reimagines the familiar tale from Eurydice’s point of view.

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