Magic Flute

P. Craig Russell's stunning adaptation of Mozart's opera, published by Eclipse in 1991, translates the whimsical quest of Prince Tamino and the bird-catcher Papageno into a single, lavishly illustrated comic issue. Russell, who both wrote and drew this project alongside Patrick Mason, brings his signature blend of lyrical linework and operatic storytelling to this classic tale of trials, magic, and enlightenment. This standalone issue stands as a beautiful example of Russell's lifelong passion for adapting classical music and mythology into the comics medium.