AIDA
Music by Elton John
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls, David Henry Hwang
Directed by Jessica Francis Fichter/strong>

An enslaved Nubian princess, Aida, finds her heart entangled with Radames, an Egyptian soldier who is betrothed to the Pharaoh’s daughter, Amneris. As their forbidden love blossoms, Aida is forced to weigh her heart against the responsibility that she faces as the leader of her people. Aida and Radames’ love for one another becomes a shining example of true devotion that ultimately transcends the vast cultural differences between their warring nations, heralding a time of unprecedented peace and prosperity.

Auditions for AIDA will be held Sunday and Monday, September 15th and 16th at Trustus Theatre. The character list is as follows:

Amneris: A beautiful and materialistic Egyptian Princess who is the betrothed of Captain Radames. Daughter of the Pharaoh. Female, 18 to 25, Vocal Range E3-F5

Radames: An Egyptian Captain and the son of Zoser. A strong, handsome, adventurous soldier who falls in love with Aida. Male, 20 to 28, Vocal range B3-G5

Aida: A beautiful, brave Nubian Princess who is loyal to her people but is torn between her heritage and love for an Egyptian Captain. Daughter of King Amonasro. Female, 18 to 25, Vocal range F3-F5

Mereb: A young Nubian slave and servant to Radames. He is faithful to his Nubian heritage and befriends Aida upon her arrival to Egypt. Male, 16 to 21, Vocal range G3-Bb5

Zoser: The manipulative and evil Chief Minister hungry for power. He attempts to poison the Pharaoh and is father to Radames. Male, 45 to 55, Vocal range F4-Ab5

Pharaoh: The Leader of Egypt and father to Amneris. An older, distinguished gentleman. Male, 55 to 65.

Nehebka: A Nubian slave who is friendly with Aida. She creates a robe for the Nubian Princess. Female, 20 to 35, Vocal range top A3-E5.

Amonasro: An honorable and peaceful man who is imprisoned by Egypt. The King of Nubia and father to Aida. Male, 45 to 55.

Ensemble: Ministers, Soldiers, Egyptian Men, Palace Women, Nubians, Guards, Dancers