Asmik Grigorian took on two distinct roles in a single evening at the Wiener Staatsoper on Saturday, October 3. She performed as Bianca in Zemlinsky's A Florentine Tragedy and as Judith in Bartók's Bluebeard's Castle, both conducted by Alain Altinoglu. Vasily Barkhatov, who has been a notable figure in recent performances, is credited with weaving the two heroines into a unified narrative. In A Florentine Tragedy, Bianca and her partner Simone are in marital trouble and seek help from a therapist in the husband's furniture shop. The session spirals into a dramatic and tragic scenario when the therapist becomes entangled in a role-playing game that ends in his death. The Standard described the plot as a tale of "saved marriage, dead therapist." Following the intermission, Grigorian shifted into the role of Judith in Bluebeard's Castle, continuing the theme of marital tension. Critics have highlighted her emotional depth and vocal and theatrical skill in this role. The Kronen Zeitung praised her performance, while the Kurier called her "fabulous." BR-Klassik emphasized the intensity of her performance, noting that singing and acting seemed to merge seamlessly. ORF, however, was more cautious, stating that her performance was "below expectations." The supporting cast also received commendation. Christopher Maltman portrayed Simone in A Florentine Tragedy, earning praise for his stage presence. Florian Boesch as Bluebeard in Bluebeard's Castle was noted for the depth of his interpretation. Altinoglu was commended for the orchestral colors and clarity he achieved, although ORF remained more reserved in its assessment. Barkhatov's approach to linking the two works into a single narrative elicited mixed reactions. Some appreciated the creative effort, while others felt it reduced the enigmatic atmosphere of Bluebeard's Castle. Some audience members booed the staging team, while the singers were warmly applauded. The production was directed by Grigorian's former partner and the father of her child. BR-Klassik observed that their professional collaboration seems to be working well. This performance follows Grigorian's portrayal of Carmen in Salzburg this summer, adding Bianca and Judith to her repertoire of complex, troubled female characters.