Aida [Blu-ray]

Verdi's epic drama of ancient Egypt comes to life in the Met's monumental 2009 production, captured here in a breathtaking Live in HD presentation. Violeta Urmana stars in the title role of the princess-turned-slave girl, opposite Johan Botha as her lover and Dolora Zajick as her jealous rival. Maestro Daniele Gatti conducts.