Aida is one of my favorite Verdi operas and this 1985 La Scala production was good, though with some imperfections. Some costumes looked a bit unfitting for the Ancient Egypt setting of Aida,especially the costumes of Amneris and Radames. The Triumphal Scene (grand march) was badly choreographed. Luciano Pavarotti makes a really noble hero as Radames, more so in the voice than the acting. Ghena Dimitrova, a soprano, here sings the mezzo soprano role of Amneris. She was the best actor of the trio. Maria Chiara as Aida has a lovely voice and acts well. Overall, very good Aida, with the imperfections in the costumes and The Triumphal Scene 8/10.
Review of Aida
