Opera Australia presents Aida

Presented by Opera Australia & Opera Queensland

This is a story of love so strong it defies enemy lines. This is a story of a kingdom in triumph and a nation in chains. This is a story of betrayal.

Verdi’s monumental music makes this historic epic an enduring favourite. Davide Livermore’s radiant production is a thrilling theatrical experience.

Ten towering digital screens create ever-changing floor-to-ceiling set pieces. Immersive digital video design ranges from rich symbolism to vivid landscapes.

Opulent costumes and props reflect the splendour of Egypt at the height of its power. Together with dramatic video, the massed grandeur of the famous Triumphal March is a visual and musical feast.

Lorenzo Passerini and Tahu Matheson conduct two magnificent casts. Sensational sopranos Leah Crocetto and Natalie Aroyan perform as the enslaved princess, Aida. Elena Gabouri reprises her critically acclaimed turn as Aida’s rival, Amneris, sharing the role with Agnieszka Rehlis.

Najmiddin Mavlyanov and Diego Torre are powerful Radamès’, the man loved by both women.

★★★★★ “A captivating cinematic experience that fuses live performance and video” - Time Out

“As magnificent, jaw-dropping, gasp-enticing and lavish a staging as you can imagine.” - The AU Review

Conductor: Lorenzo Passerini

Director & Choreographer: Davide Livermore

Aida: Natalie Aroyan

Amneris: Elena Gabouri

Radamès: Diego Torre

Amonasro: Michael Honeyman

Ramfis: Alexander Vinogradov

The King: Conal Coad

High Priestess: Jennifer Black

Messenger: Dean Bassett

Opera Australia Chorus & Opera Queensland Chorus

Queensland Symphony Orchestra