Purcell: Dido and Aeneas (2009)

Cast

• Sarah Connolly - Dido
• Lucas Meachem - Aeneas
• Lucy Crowe - Belinda
• Sara Fulgoni - Sorceress
• Anita Watson - Second Woman
• Eri Nakamura - First Witch
• Pumeza Matshikiza - Second Witch
• Iestyn Davies - Spirit
• Park Ji-min - Sailor
• Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

Screenplay

• Nahum Tate

Keywords

marriage proposal, queen

Trailer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Purcell: Dido and Aeneas about?

The Royal Opera, the Royal Ballet, and director-choreographer Wayne McGregor bring us an interpretation of DIDO AND AENEAS, an opera composed by Henry Purcell, with a libretto by Nahum Tate; based on Book IV of Virgil's Aeneid. We find Dido in her court with her attendants. Dido fears that her love for Aeneas will make her a weak monarch, but her attendants assure her that heroes, too, love....

Who directed Purcell: Dido and Aeneas?

Purcell: Dido and Aeneas was directed by Wayne McGregor.

Who stars in Purcell: Dido and Aeneas?

Purcell: Dido and Aeneas stars Sarah Connolly, Lucas Meachem, Lucy Crowe, Sara Fulgoni, Anita Watson, Eri Nakamura.

How long is Purcell: Dido and Aeneas?

Purcell: Dido and Aeneas has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).

What genre is Purcell: Dido and Aeneas?

Purcell: Dido and Aeneas is a Drama, Music film.

Where was Purcell: Dido and Aeneas produced?

Purcell: Dido and Aeneas was produced in United Kingdom.