Sunday, February 22, 2026 2:00 PM
Wednesday, February 25, 7:30 PM
Friday, February 27, 7:30 PM
Sunday, March 1, 2:00 PM
At the National Hispanic Cultural Center Albuquerque Journal Theatre
Music / G. Verdi
Libretto / Antonio Ghislanzoni
The grandest of grand opera is back on the NHCC stage. Michelle Johnson (Turandot 2023 and Lohengrin 2019) returns in the title role, alongside Olivia Vote (Verdi’s Requiem 2025 & Norma 2018 ) as Amneris, Dane Suarez makes his company debut as Radames, OSW favorite Matt Hanscom returns as Amonasro. This new production promises vocal fireworks, stirring choruses, and unforgettable theatrical moments.
CAST
Aida / Michelle Johnson
Amneris / Olivia Vote
Radames/ Dane Suarez
Amonasro / Matthew Hanscom
Ramfis/ Javier Ortiz
King of Egypt/ Peter Morgan
Priestess/ Mary Brzezinski
Messenger/ Mark Hamblin
CREATIVE TEAM
Conductor / Stefano Sarzani
Director / Joelle Lachance
Artistic Consultant/ Octavio Cardenas
Scenic Design / Sean McClelland
Costume Design / Glenn Avery Breed
Wigs & Makeup Design / Jacqueline Chavez
Lighting Design / Tlaloc Lopez Watermann
Chorus Master / Aaron Howe
Assistant Conductor/ Harris Han
Piano tuning and preparation are provided by Albuquerque Piano Services: http://www.albuquerque-piano-tuning.com
Running Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission
SUNG IN ITALIAN
-English translations are projected above the stage for all operas-
45 Minutes before curtain, Opera Southwest offers our “Opera Insights” pre-opera talks. These take place in either Bank of America auditorium or Wells Fargo auditorium, accessible from the shared lobby with the Journal Theatre
