Bulgarian State Opera: Aida

Tuesday, January 16, 2007
10:30 am

Rooted in the great tradition of Bulgarian opera, the Bulgarian State Opera consistently presents unique productions combining the best of opera in Eastern and Western Europe. Founded in 1996 by acclaimed tenor Ivan Kyurkchiev, the Opera gives more than 70 performances a year. With a roster of distinguished singers, impressive choir members, outstanding ballet dancers, and exceptional orchestral musicians, the Opera's interpretive maturity has gained international recognition on the world's most prestigious opera stages, including Salzburg, Zurich, Lisbon, and Madrid. Their production of Verdi's Aida is sure to be a sumptuous and opulent evening!

Recommended for grades 9 to12.

Tickets $5
All educational performances last approximately one hour.

Click below to download educational materials:
Aida synopsis (PDF, 70 KB)
Bulgarian State Opera biography (PDF, 94 KB)

Please visit The Paramount's Arts Education page for more information about educational programs, or contact Alicia Craddock, Education/Administrative Coordinator, at 434.979.1922 ext. 100 or education@theparamount.net.