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Russell Thomas

Tenor (spinto)

Born January 1, 1950 in Miami, Florida, United States (76 years old)

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Russell Thomas is an American operatic tenor. He has performed leading roles at some of the world's leading opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera, Los Angeles Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, the English National Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, among others.

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Signature Roles

Otello in Otello Samson in Samson et Dalila Don Carlo in Don Carlo Radamès in Aida

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Career Trajectory

Russell Thomas has built a distinguished career as a leading dramatic tenor, establishing himself through performances of Verdi's most vocally and dramatically demanding roles. His work at the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, and San Francisco Opera has positioned him among the most sought-after American tenors for the spinto and dramatic repertoire. With a voice of considerable power and an interpretive intelligence that extends beyond mere vocal prowess, Thomas continues to deepen his engagement with the canonical roles that define his artistic identity.