Dido and Aeneas (1996)

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Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.

GENRES:  Drama • History • Music • Romance
DIRECTION:  Peter Maniura
CAST:  Maria Ewing  •  Karl Daymond  •  Sally Burgess  •  Patricia Rozario

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Cast & Characters

Maria Ewing Dido
Karl Daymond Aeneas
Sally Burgess Sorceress
Patricia Rozario
Mary Plazas
James Bowman Mercury (voice)
Rebecca Evans Belinda
François Testory Mercury

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