Join us for an epic World Premiere event as Arizona Opera presents Verdi’s immortal classic, AIDA, returning to the state for the first time in over a decade. Metropolitan Opera star Leah Hawkins makes her debut in the title role, joined by a stellar cast and over 100 singers and musicians in live performance, bringing the masterpiece to life that features some of the most glorious music in opera. In this groundbreaking new production, the ancient and mythical will blend with the modern as Verdi’s incredible score is brought to life in a reimagined world where ancient Egypt never fell. A spectacular cast—led by the powerhouse quartet of Metropolitan Opera artists Leah Hawkins, Limmie Pulliam, Jennifer Johnson Cano, and Kidon Choi—perform live on-stage against the backdrop of a visually stunning first-of-its-kind feature length Generative-AI film.