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Oedipus, our king, look around you at the desperate faces of both young and old gathered at your altar. Our people crowd the city’s sacred places, pleading for relief as our city suffers under a terrible plague. The gods have struck our land with blight, destroying our crops, livestock, and families. The God of Plague has ravaged Thebes, filling the underworld with our sorrow. We sit before you, not as gods, but as your people, remembering how you once saved us from the curse of the Sphinx, guided by divine inspiration. We now beseech you to save us again, whether by heavenly guidance or your wisdom. Restore Thebes, Oedipus, as you once did, for your legacy as a savior must not turn to despair. The city needs its people to survive; help us, king, and let your rule be remembered for salvation, not ruin.

Soy el fuego que arde tu piel Soy el agua que mata tu sed El castillo, la torre yo soy La espada que guarda el caudal Tú, el aire que respiro yo Y la luz de la luna en el mar La garganta que ansío mojar Que temo ahogar de amor Y cuáles deseos me vas a dar, oh Dices tu, mi tesoro basta con mirarlo Y tuyo será, y tuyo será

All: In the salon, where pride does abide Lives Caesar Von, with ego inside He sings of love, with voice so fine But his heart's cold, and his soul's in decline Caesar's Aria Caesar: I am the singer, with voice divine My talent's unmatched, oh so sublime I sing of passion, with heart aflame But my ego's fire, will soon bring me shame Maria's Entrance Maria: I'm just a maid, with witty charm I see through Caesar, and his alarm He thinks he's great, but I know the truth His ego's a bubble, about to burst in youth Trio: Ladies' Admiration Lady Victoria, Lady Beatrice, Lady Charmion: Oh Caesar, dear, your voice is heaven's gift We adore your singing, with hearts that lift You're the greatest, our love will never fade Caesar, dear, our hearts are yours to sway Lady Daphne's Interruption Lady Daphne: Enough of this praise, it's time to unwind Caesar's ego's growing, leaving sense behind His voice may charm, but his heart's unkind Let's not be fooled, by his self-designed Caesar Von The Singer: (With a flustered tone) How dare you, Lady! My voice is a treasure‚ A treasure to behold, a magical gift You are such a mocker lady, with no taste for art, Your words are an insult, tearing my heart! Caspian: (With a mocking smile) Oh, come on‚ Caesar‚ don't take it so serious. Lady Daphne's just adding a touch of spice, a bit of hilarious After all, a little bit of judgment never damage anyone, It's just a reminder that you're not the only one. Maria: (With a playful wink) My lord, you seem a bit out of place, what is it that your heart seeks? Don't listen to their foolish conversation Caesar wants attention & devotion He is indeed full of himself Lord Clueless: (Blushing) Oh, thank you, Ma'am !I'm quite lost, I must say. I'm here to... to... meet the singer, Caesar. But I'm not sure how.. how.. to... Maria: (With a naughty smile) My lord, allow me to introduce you to the man who's full of himself! The Caesar! Prepare to be blind, by his ego and his wealth, But don't be fooled, by his voice and magical words Lady Victoria: (With a sharp tone) Who are you, to interrupt our conversation? Do you not know your place‚ in this grand celebration? Maria (With a mischievous twinkle in her eye) My place, is wherever I choose to be, Especially when there's a scene, for all to see. And you, my lady, with your seductive charm You will not have what Caesar has! Lady Beatrice: (With a dramatic gasp) How dare you speak to Lady Victoria in such a way! You are a just a handmaiden, with nothing to say. Your words are an insult, a slap in her face You should be ashamed, and get out of this place! Lady Charmion: (With a serious tone) Enough of this childish attitude‚ my ladies. We are ladies, and we should be classy and cultivated. Let us focus on Caesar‚ with his heavenly voice And forget about this maid‚ and her foolish opinion. Finale All: In this salon, where laughter does abound We'll mock Caesar's ego, with joy unbound For in the end, humility's the key

Tune of "The marriage of figaro" All: In the salon, where pride does abide Lives Caesar Von, with ego inside He sings of love, with voice so fine But his heart's cold, and his soul's in decline Caesar's Aria Caesar: I am the singer, with voice divine My talent's unmatched, oh so sublime I sing of passion, with heart aflame But my ego's fire, will soon bring me shame Maria's Entrance Maria: I'm just a maid, with witty charm I see through Caesar, and his alarm He thinks he's great, but I know the truth His ego's a bubble, about to burst in youth Trio: Ladies' Admiration Lady Victoria, Lady Beatrice, Lady Charmion: Oh Caesar, dear, your voice is heaven's gift We adore your singing, with hearts that lift You're the greatest, our love will never fade Caesar, dear, our hearts are yours to sway Lady Daphne's Interruption Lady Daphne: Enough of this praise, it's time to unwind Caesar's ego's growing, leaving sense behind His voice may charm, but his heart's unkind Let's not be fooled, by his self-designed Caesar Von The Singer: (With a flustered tone) How dare you, Lady! My voice is a treasure‚ A treasure to behold, a magical gift You are such a mocker lady, with no taste for art, Your words are an insult, tearing my heart! Caspian: (With a mocking smile) Oh, come on‚ Caesar‚ don't take it so serious. Lady Daphne's just adding a touch of spice, a bit of hilarious After all, a little bit of judgment never damage anyone, It's just a reminder that you're not the only one. Maria: (With a playful wink) My lord, you seem a bit out of place, what is it that your heart seeks? Don't listen to their foolish conversation Caesar wants attention & devotion He is indeed full of himself Lord Clueless: (Blushing) Oh, thank you, Ma'am !I'm quite lost, I must say. I'm here to... to... meet the singer, Caesar. But I'm not sure how.. how.. to... Maria: (With a naughty smile) My lord, allow me to introduce you to the man who's full of himself! The Caesar! Prepare to be blind, by his ego and his wealth, But don't be fooled, by his voice and magical words Lady Victoria: (With a sharp tone) Who are you, to interrupt our conversation? Do you not know your place‚ in this grand celebration? Maria (With a mischievous twinkle in her eye) My place, is wherever I choose to be, Especially when there's a scene, for all to see. And you, my lady, with your seductive charm You will not have what Caesar has! Lady Beatrice: (With a dramatic gasp) How dare you speak to Lady Victoria in such a way! You are a just a handmaiden, with nothing to say. Your words are an insult, a slap in her face You should be ashamed, and get out of this place! Lady Charmion: (With a serious tone) Enough of this childish attitude‚ my ladies. We are ladies, and we should be classy and cultivated. Let us focus on Caesar‚ with his heavenly voice And forget about this maid‚ and her foolish opinion. Finale All: In this salon, where laughter does abound We'll mock Caesar's ego, with joy unbound For