Paul Plishka, a powerful bass with a ready smile and hearty laugh who sang 1,672 performances at the Metropolitan Opera over ...
The House of Wittelsbach started ruling the European nation in 1832 before Glücksburg became the ruling house in 1862 following the unpopularity of King Otto. George I was installed as the monarch, ...
Mr. Plishka was a beloved presence at the Metropolitan Opera, where he sang in 1,672 performances over 51 years.
Conductor Daniel Barenboim says he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 82-year-old issued a statement Thursday ...