Queen of the Night

The Queen of the Night refers to a character in Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera "The Magic Flute." She is a powerful, mysterious figure who represents darkness and vengeance. In the opera, she seeks to manipulate the main character, Tamino, to rescue her daughter from the priest Sarastro, who symbolizes enlightenment and virtue. The Queen of the Night is famous for her challenging arias, especially "Der Hölle Rache," showcasing her dramatic range and emotional intensity. Her character embodies themes of manipulation, light versus darkness, and the struggle between personal desire and moral duty.