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In the original Act 1 this scene takes place in A Grove surrounding Euridice's grave where a group of shepherds and shepherdesses are lamenting the death of Euridice. In the Lydians interpretation, the opera is put in the context of traditions of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival, where the shepherds are fancy sailors, and the grove is a panyard (hence the white pan racks which make up the stage decor) The occasion is a gathering or 'wake' for Orpheus' lost love. In the Lydians interpretation, Orpheus is a celebrated singer and pan man (a Tenor Pan replacing his lute in the legend). In the pantomime, which is repeated, the 'fancy sailors' one of the most dominant Carnival characters in Trinidad and Tobago Carnival dance a Pachanga (use of a walking stick), 'sad sack' (bent forward, head low to the ground). In the second round comes the 'Power Dance.' A customary accessory in any sailor mas, the dancers personify the blowing of power across the panyard in tribute to Euridice. The Lydians production of Orpheus and Euridice at Queen's Hall Auditorium, St. Ann's, Trinidad and Tobago. Sunday 25th September 2005 Musical Director: Pat Bishop Accompanists: Lindy-Ann Bodden-Ritch, Myrtle Cumberbatch Orchestra: The Lydians Steel Orchestra Dancers: Caribbean School of Dance & Members of the Lydians Lighting: Derek Gay Sound: Victor Donawa Sailor Costumes: Winston Black and The Mount Hope Connection Sailor Consultant: Ralf Dyette click to watch complete production http://ow.ly/FjsyM