Bryan Hymel ’01 (performance), Metairie, La., made his debut with the Met on Dec. 26 as a last-minute replacement, singing the daunting role of Aeneas in Berlioz’ epic opera, Les Troyens. His performance earned rave reviews from New York critics and accolades from his colleagues. Bryan had just completed a well-received run in Meyerbeer’s Robert le Diable at London’s Royal Opera House at Covent Garden and arrived in New York to step into the role.