
Aida
“Verdi’s grand opera is given an intimate performance.”
Synopsis
Verdi’s grand opera “Aida” is given an intimate treatment in Busetto, Italy, in 2001, in a staging with young singers, all coached by the legendary tenor Carlo Bergonzi and staged by Franco Zeffirelli. The result is an astonishing musical and dramatic piece of theater, proving that with the right mix of ingredients, an opera can be staged in a small theater and still achieve a thrilling and moving effect.
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- Director
- Franco Zeffirelli
- Original Title
- Aida
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franco Zeffirelli
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Franco Zeffirelli
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aida
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What is Aida about?
Verdi’s grand opera “Aida” is given an intimate treatment in Busetto, Italy, in 2001, in a staging with young singers, all coached by the legendary tenor Carlo Bergonzi and staged by Franco Zeffirelli. The result is an astonishing musical and dramatic piece of theater, proving that with the right mix of ingredients, an opera can be staged in a small theater and still achieve a thrilling and moving effect.
Who directed Aida?
Aida was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
Who stars in Aida?
The principal cast of Aida includes Adina Aaron, Kate Aldrich, Scott Piper.
When was Aida released and how long is it?
Aida was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 2h 22m.


















