Grammy-winning singer Michelle Williams will play the title role this summer in the Muny’s production of “Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida,” Aug. 8-14.
Williams, of the group Destiny’s Child, starred in “Aida” on Broadway and also appeared in “The Color Purple,” “Chicago” and “Fela!” on Broadway.
“We’re thrilled Michelle Williams will star as our Aida,” Muny artistic director and executive producer Mike Isaacson said in a statement. “It is one of the most iconic roles in contemporary musical theater, and I can’t wait to see her create her particular brand of musical magic on the Muny stage.”
The Muny’s production will be directed by Matt Lenz and choreographed by Jon Rua, with music direction by Andrew Graham. “Aida” closes the season for Forest Park’s outdoor theater.
The other shows this season at the Muny are “The Wizard of Oz” (June 13-22), “42nd Street” (June 24-30), “The Music Man” (July 5-11), “Young Frankenstein” (July 13-19), “Mamma Mia!” (July 21-28) and “Fiddler on the Roof” (July 30-Aug. 5).
Season tickets go on sale March 5. Single tickets go on sale May 28.
