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. Composer Matthew Aucoin carries that tradition into the 21st century, adapting a play by Sarah Ruhl, who also crafted the libretto, that examines the story from Eurydice’s point of view. The intelligent and entertaining new work arrives at the Met this fall, with Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducting a staging by Mary Zimmerman, and prior to its premiere, this program invites you to learn more about the creative process through a discussion with Aucoin.

• The Metropolitan Opera: Matthew Aucoin Details & Ticekts