Dido and Aeneas

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.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

Music,

Drama,

Romance,

History

Duration:

56 minutes

Year:

1996

Director:

Peter Maniura

Cast:
Maria Ewing

Dido

Karl Daymond

Aeneas

Sally Burgess

Sorceress

Patricia Rozario

Mary Plazas

Crew:
Peter Maniura

Director

Richard Hickox

Conductor