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The King Stag

*The King Stag* is an opera by composer Igor Stravinsky that combines music and drama to tell a story inspired by ancient Greek mythology. It explores themes of deception, love, and transformation as characters navigate a complex web of treachery and identity. The opera is notable for its surreal, dream-like atmosphere, unconventional musical style, and innovative staging. Through vivid characters and intricate melodies, it examines how appearances can deceive and the importance of truth, all within a richly imaginative and symbolically layered production.