He was among the first American conductors to receive worldwide acclaim. The New York Times claim he is "one of the most prodigally talented and successful musicians in American history." Bernstein’s TROUBLE IN TAHITI features the troubles of a marriage during the ideal, shiny, and perfect 1950s. During one day, the couple indulges themselves in affairs and other distractions to take their minds off the troubled marriage. This opera depicts the television and film as an escape from the trouble in paradise.