Aida
Opera Open

Verdi

Aida

After a five-year absence, one of the most iconic and beloved opera titles at the Ancient Theatre—Aida—returns in triumph with an enhanced scenic atmosphere by video artist Petko Tanchev and new choreography by Mariana Kruncheva.

Details

Duration 170 Minutes
Language Italian
Subtitles Bulgarian English

 

Aida is a masterpiece by Giuseppe Verdi that tells the tragic love story of the Ethiopian princess Aida and the Egyptian warrior Radames. Verdi’s beautiful music expresses deep emotions and the struggle between love and duty.

The opera features dramatic arias and powerful choral scenes that captivate the audience. Themes of betrayal and sacrifice add depth to the story, which will come alive on the stage of the Ancient Theatre.

Modern stage designs will give a fresh twist to this classic tale, creating a unique atmosphere that combines the grandeur of ancient Egypt with contemporary art. Don’t miss the chance to experience this magical performance!

Creative Team

Jacopo Sipari Di Pescasseroli
Jacopo Sipari Di Pescasseroli
Conductor
Nina Naidenova
Nina Naidenova
Director
Boris Stoinov
Set designer
Tsvetanka Petkova - Stoinova
Costume designer
Mariana Krancheva
Mariana Krancheva
Choreographer
Dragomir Yosifov
Dragomir Yosifov
Choir conductor
Balazs Schwartz
Concertmaster
Abzal Mukhitdinov
Abzal Mukhitdinov
Conductor

Cast

Khachatur Badalyan
guest
Khachatur Badalyan
Radames
Kiril Manolov
Kiril Manolov
Amonasro
Carlos Almaguer
guest
Carlos Almaguer
Amonsaro
Tanya Ivanova
Tanya Ivanova
Aida
Ivan Momirov
Ivan Momirov
Radames
Elena Chavdarova
Elena Chavdarova
Amneris
Maria Radoeva
Maria Radoeva
Amneris
Deyan Vachkov
Deyan Vachkov
Ramfis
Ivaylo Dzhurov
Ivaylo Dzhurov
Pharaoh of Egypt
Bozhidar Bozhkilov
Bozhidar Bozhkilov
Pharaoh of Egypt
Mariya Anastasova
Mariya Anastasova
High Priestess
Boris Kuchkov
Boris Kuchkov
Messenger

Featuring

Choir of Opera Plovdiv
Choir
Opera Plovdiv
Orchestra of Opera Plovdiv
Orchestra
Opera Plovdiv
Ballet of Opera Plovdiv
Ballet
Opera Plovdiv

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