Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.

Music, Drama, Romance, History

Maria Ewing, Karl Daymond, Sally Burgess, Patricia Rozario, Mary Plazas, James Bowman