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Synopsis
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.
Title | Dido and Aeneas |
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Countries | United Kingdom |
Keywords | opera, suicide, trojan war, carthage |

Maria Ewing
DidoKarl Daymond
AeneasSally Burgess
SorceressJames Bowman
Mercury (voice)Rebecca Evans
Belinda