Franz Grundheber RIP

Franz Grundheber has passed away at the age of 88. He always lit up my lens, couldn't take your eyes off him.  Back to the film days, RIGOLETTO with Hei Kyung Hong as Gilda, 1999.
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WOZZECK, also 1999.  Painful.

Finally, the digital years, 2015 LULU as Schigolch with Marlis Petersen as Lulu. Love this role, an old scuzzy creature.

To Mr. Grundheber, THANK YOU. You were a joy.   RIP

Doris Jung Popper RIP

Sad news  came this morning of the passing of Doris Jung Popper. Our performance path crossed in 1972, more than 50 years ago, New York City Opera, ROSENKAVALIER, the Marschallin. All images live, shot from wings during performance.   A few images from Act I and...
 

From Act II

From a NYC Opera Reunion in 2012.

Doris was an elegant artist, true to the of honor to music. She was a special person off stage.   Our paths crossed over the years usually at various dress rehearsals, always a kind word and happiness at sharing news. I'm sad, but also thankful for this beautiful friendship. My heartfelt condolences to the family and all the friends.

Dear Doris, THANK YOU.    RIP