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Up close: American soprano Grace Bumbry, singing the title role of Aida, is seen clearly on SkyDome's Jumbo Tron
Up close: American soprano Grace Bumbry, singing the title role of Aida, is seen clearly on SkyDome's Jumbo Tron

Up close: American soprano Grace Bumbry, singing the title role of Aida, is seen clearly on SkyDome's Jumbo Tron

Date10/26/1989
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Original Toronto Star caption: Up close: American soprano Grace Bumbry; singing the title role of Aida; is seen clearly on SkyDome's Jumbo Tron.
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0102757F
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