Orpheus and Eurydice (opera)

"Orpheus and Eurydice" is an opera based on Greek mythology, depicting the tragic love story of Orpheus, a talented musician, and Eurydice, his wife. After Eurydice dies from a snakebite, Orpheus ventures into the Underworld to bring her back. His music moves the gods, who permit her return on one condition: he must not look back at her until they reach the surface. However, overwhelmed with doubt and longing, Orpheus looks back too soon, and Eurydice is lost forever. The opera explores themes of love, loss, faith, and the power of art.