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Aida, opera by Guiseppe Verdi

The story of a politically star-crossed love affair between a Nubian princess and an Egyptian prince, finally entombed alive in punishment.

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Neal Benari, who played Zoser in the national tour of Aida, has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in Fiddler on the Roof, Victor/Victoria, and Chess, and has also appeared in notable TV shows like "The Sopranos" and "Law & Order." more...

Kyra DaCosta, also credited as Kyra Little DaCosta, previously brought her talents to the stage in Aida. more...

Bob Gaynor, who has an impressive Broadway resume including roles in Catch Me If You Can, Sweet Charity, Taboo, and Aida, also boasts notable TV and film credits such as Blue Bloods and Across the Universe. more...

Heather Headley, who won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her portrayal of the title role in Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, continues to shine in various stage and screen roles, including her recent appearance as The Witch in the City Center production of Into the Woods. more...

John Hickok, who created the role of Zoser in the Broadway production of AIDA, has an extensive career on stage, including notable performances and directorial achievements across various prestigious venues. more...
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Dell Howlett, who served as the dance captain for the off-Broadway production of "Langston in Harlem" at Urban Stages, brings his extensive experience to the cast of "Aida." more...

Daniel Oreskes, who played a role in the Broadway production of Aida, has an extensive theater background, including his recent performance as Doc in West Side Story on Broadway and his role in the Tony Award-winning Oslo at Lincoln Center. more...

Adam Pascal, who captivated audiences as Radames in Elton John and Tim Rice's Broadway musical Aida, starred in the production for over three years and received a Drama League award for his performance. more...

Damian Perkins starred as "Mereb" in Elton John and Tim Rice’s Tony and Grammy award-winning musical "Aida" on Broadway, where he performed over 950 times and received critical acclaim for his role. more...

Eric Sciotto, who played Radames in the regional production of Aida, has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in Something Rotten, Aida, and Rock of Ages. more...

Sherie Rene Scott, who received the Derwent Award and a Drama League honor for her role in Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, has an impressive range of credits including notable performances in The Front Page, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, and Everyday Rapture. more...

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Awards and Nominations


2000 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress - Musical: Heather Headley won.

2000 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Heather Headley was nominated but did not win.

2000 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Heather Headley won.

Production Team

Guy Babylon Orchestrator
Paul Bogaev Orchestrator
David Brian Brown Hair Designer
Wayne Cilento Choreographer
Bob Crowley Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Naomi Donne Make-Up Designer
Robert Falls Director
Natasha Katz Lighting Designer
Steve Canyon Kennedy Sound Designer
Steve Margoshes Orchestrator

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