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.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Maria EwingDido | Dido |
| KKarl DaymondAeneas | Aeneas |
| SSally BurgessSorceress | Sorceress |
| PPatricia RozarioNot listed | Not listed |
| MMary PlazasNot listed | Not listed |
| JJames BowmanMercury (voice) | Mercury (voice) |
| RRebecca EvansBelinda | Belinda |
 François TestoryMercury | Mercury |