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Canadian Opera Company last night revived Verdi's Aida with Maria Pellegrini (left) in title role and Ann Howard as Amneris. Critic William Littler sa(...)
Canadian Opera Company last night revived Verdi's Aida with Maria Pellegrini (left) in title role and Ann Howard as Amneris. Critic William Littler sa(...)

Canadian Opera Company last night revived Verdi's Aida with Maria Pellegrini (left) in title role and Ann Howard as Amneris. Critic William Littler sa(...)

Date9/7/1972
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Original Toronto Star caption: Canadian Opera Company last night revived Verdi's Aida with Maria Pellegrini (left) in title role and Ann Howard as Amneris. Critic William Littler says the toned-down production has more to recommend it vocally than visually.
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