AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | June 19, 2026
Discover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425
m24o
The Arena Opera Festival 2026 proudly presents Giuseppe Verdi’s operatic masterpiece, Aida. This grand tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal is set to captivate audiences in Verona’s iconic Arena, a historic Roman amphitheater renowned for its open-air performances under the stars. As one of the world’s most famous opera festivals, the Arena Opera Festival blends the magic of timeless music with the allure of Verona and the nearby Lake Garda, offering visitors an unforgettable cultural and scenic experience.
Stefano Poda’s visionary production of Aida takes the stage once again, immersing the audience in an evocative world of light, shadow, and symbolic imagery. This reimagined setting of ancient Egypt transforms the Arena into a Dantean dreamscape, filled with dazzling costumes, monumental sets, and stirring performances. The narrative, centered on the forbidden love between the enslaved Ethiopian princess Aida and the Egyptian warrior Radamès, unfolds against the backdrop of a tense political conflict. Adding to the drama is the fiery Amneris, daughter of the Pharaoh, whose jealousy threatens to unravel the lovers’ fragile bond.
Arena di Verona
Verona is world famous for the Opera Festival in the Arena di Verona, which attracts millions of music lovers every summer.
Verona is a city of music and opera, especially in summer. The Verona Festival started in 1913 with the performance of Aida. Opera lovers around the world dream of watching an opera on the marble steps of one of the best preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world. A dream that you should experience at least once in your life.
Beyond the opera, Verona offers an array of delights, from its UNESCO-listed historic center to the romantic allure of Juliet’s balcony. A short trip to nearby Lake Garda reveals picturesque towns, serene waters, and opportunities for relaxation or adventure. Visitors to the Arena Opera Festival not only witness world-class opera but also immerse themselves in the unique charm of northern Italy. Whether you’re savoring Verona’s culinary delights, exploring its architectural treasures, or marveling at the majestic Alps in the distance, your journey will be a harmonious blend of music, culture, and natural beauty.
Every year we create exclusive music trips to Italy for friends of opera and ballet. Operas of the leading Italian composers Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini and Gioachino Rossini are favourite in the Arena. Enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere at the Roman amphitheatre in the heart of Verona in the summer months under the open sky.
The History of the Opera "Aida"
Premiering in Cairo in 1871, Giuseppe Verdi’s Aida was commissioned to celebrate the opening of the Suez Canal, though it debuted a year later due to delays in set and costume designs. Written to a libretto by Antonio Ghislanzoni, the opera combines Verdi’s masterful score with a compelling narrative of love caught in the crossfire of war and political intrigue.
Set in ancient Egypt, Aida tells the tragic story of a love triangle: Aida, the enslaved Ethiopian princess; Radamès, the Egyptian military hero; and Amneris, the Pharaoh’s daughter. The plot weaves together themes of love, loyalty, power, and sacrifice, culminating in a devastatingly poignant finale. Verdi’s music amplifies the drama, with arias like Celeste Aida and the triumphant Triumphal March showcasing his genius for melody and orchestration.
Since its premiere, Aida has become a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire, celebrated for its grand scale and emotional depth. Its performances at Verona’s Arena, beginning in 1913, have drawn millions of spectators, making it a signature production of the festival. To this day, Aida continues to enchant audiences worldwide, a testament to Verdi’s timeless artistry.
The Artists Aida
Cast
Direction, set design, Costumes, Lighting design, Choreography • Stefano Poda
Assistente a regia, scene, costumi, luci, coreografia • Paolo Giani Cei
Orchestra, Coro, Ballo e Tecnici • Fondazione Arena di Verona
Chorus Master • Roberto Gabbiani
Dance Company Coordinator • Gaetano Petrosino
Director of stage design • Michele Olcese
Interpreters
The King
- Abramo Rosalen 19/06 25/06 02/07 10/07
- Simon Lim 19/07 24/07
Aida
- Maria José Siri 19/06 02/07 10/07 24/07
- Alessandra Di Giorgio 19/07
Radamès
- Yusif Eyvazov 19/06 25/06 19/07 24/07
- Gregory Kunde 02/07 10/07
Amonasro
- Amartuvshin Enkhbat 19/06 02/07 10/07
- Youngjun Park 25/06 19/07 24/07
Ramfis
- Simon Lim 19/06 25/06 02/07 10/07
- Alexander Vinogradov 19/07 24/07
A messenger
- Carlo Bosi 19/06 02/07
- Riccardo Rados 25/06 10/07
- Matteo Macchioni 19/07 24/07
High Priestess
- Francesca Maionchi 19/06 25/06 02/07 10/07 19/07 24/07
Amneris
- Clémentine Margaine 19/07 24/07
Booking Process
Music trip to Verona for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera “Aida” at the Arena di Verona.
Make your booking request and we will answer you with an individual offer. Each travel package will be composed according to your wishes. You can ask for longer stays to discover Italy.
Please note that we only sell tickets in combination with a hotel reservation. We are not a ticket office and therefore we cannot sell tickets only.
Follow the booking process:
- Select a Date
- Press “Add to cart” and “Send Request”
- When we receive your booking request, you will get an individual offer with tickets and selected hotels to choose from. Only after your decision, we send you a travel contract to confirm the booking.
- Description of the Essential and Superior Package
Performance Dates Aida
2026-06-19 ... 2026-07-24
Choose a performance (date format YYYY-MM-DD)
6 events found.
Events
-
-
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), Italy
-
AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | June 25, 2026
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), ItalyDiscover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425 -
-
AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | July 02, 2026
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), ItalyDiscover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425 -
AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | July 10, 2026
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), ItalyDiscover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425 -
AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | July 19, 2026
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), ItalyDiscover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425 -
AIDA Ed. Stefano Poda • Arena di Verona | July 24, 2026
Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), ItalyDiscover Verdi’s Aida at Verona’s Arena Opera Festival 2026, with a stellar cast and Stefano Poda’s spectacular production in the majestic Arena di Verona.
€425
Operas, Ballets, Concerts of the Season 2026
In Verona at Arena
