Originally planned for 2020, Mayer's production faced delays due to COVID-19 and has finally premiered.

This production will be available in theaters worldwide, allowing global audiences to experience the performance live.

Soprano Angel Blue makes her highly anticipated Met role debut as the Ethiopian princess, a pivotal character caught between love and duty.

Tony Award winner Michael Mayer directs a new staging of Verdi's Aida at the Metropolitan Opera, inspired by his longstanding fascination with ancient Egypt.

Aida will run through May 9, 2025, with a live cinema stream scheduled for January 25, 2025, as part of the Met's Live in HD series.

The performance is conducted by Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and features innovative projections and animations that transport audiences to ancient Egypt.

Mayer's vision for Aida aims to provide a critical perspective on the opera's historical context, merging storytelling with an archaeological theme.