The opening was nothing short of miraculous, as Mariana Flores—performing the triple roles of La Musica, Proserpina, and Euridice—appeared like a vision in a halo of golden light. Her portrayal of La Musica possessed a mythic storytelling power, as if she were summoning the narrative from an ocean of ancient memories. Later, her Proserpina was imbued with a persuasive, regal power of the Underworld. Finally, as Euridice, she was utterly enchanting; her duets with Orpheus possessed a heart-wrenching sincerity. Her long monologue before their second, painful parting—underpinned by the orchestra and Alarcón’s magical harpsichord accompaniment—was hauntingly beautiful, a performance that lingered in the mind long after.