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Great Performances at the Met: Aida

Season 52 Episode 20 | 2hr 36m 40s

Angel Blue makes her highly anticipated Met role debut as Aida, the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium of Michael Mayer’s staging, featuring intricate projections of ancient Egypt and animations.

Aired: 06/12/25 | Expires: 06/28/25

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