Atalanta in Calydon

In a kingdom shadowed by omens, the queen of Calydon, Althaea, carries a child whose destiny is foretold by the Fates themselves. They speak of extraordinary strength and fleeting fortune, a promise that hangs heavy over the palace as the newborn, Meleager, draws the eyes of gods and mortals alike. Amid whispered prophecies, the fierce huntress Atalanda arrives, her reputation for unrivaled skill already echoing through the hills, while the restless chorus of the city murmurs of impending doom.

The drama unfolds as alliances shift and old grudges surface, setting the stage for a clash between heroic ambition and the inexorable pull of fate. As Meleager’s gifts begin to manifest, the characters must grapple with pride, loyalty, and the dark whisper of destiny that threatens to turn triumph into tragedy. Listeners are drawn into a world where mythic grandeur meets human frailty, and the first act promises both wonder and warning.