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The terrifying Monsters and Furies guarding the entrance to the Realm of the Dead at first refuse the wanton mortal. In the Lydians' interpretation of the opera, the scene begins with a traditional Dragon Mas followed by blue devils and a variety of imps hanging from the pan racks. Their emergence as guardians of the Underworld are another reference to Trinidad mas and Carnival characters used in this opera. 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 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