Highly acclaimed Russian State Opera to perform Aida at the Victoria Theatre

The opera features music by Giuseppe Verdi and is sung in Italian with English Surtitles.

Verdi brings the ancient Egypt on stage with a love story at the backdrop of war.

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The Princess of Ethiopia (Aida) falls in love with the Egyptian General (Radames) and he is also besotted by her. Radames is chosen to lead the war with Ethiopia by the King and Aida is left to choose between her lover or her father and her country.

Producer Alexej Ignatow, of Amande Concerts Ltd, who has co-ordinated the UK tour, said: “We are constantly on the lookout for new challenges, to ensure that our opera and ballet audiences get a chance to experience a wide spectrum of classic pieces.

"With extensive national tours that get our productions seen the length and breadth of the country, we are able to offer national audiences in various theatres an unforgettable experience at a fraction of the price of the major opera houses, all without sacrificing quality.

"So, it is very close to my heart to continue working with theatres all over the UK to deliver top quality productions every year and make new converts wherever we go.

“No experience of opera is needed to enjoy these classics. Our sets and costume designs, as well as the informative programmes make the productions very accessible and most of all, enjoyable. For opera, English surtitles make it easy to follow the story as you listen to the performance sung in its original language.”

Ticket-holders are also invited to attend a pre-show talk in the auditorium from 6:45pm exclusive to the Victoria Theatre Halifax performance.

Tickets are available from £25 and can be bought online here or by calling the Box Office on 01422 351158.