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Otto Schenk, Austrian Theater and Opera Legend, Dies at 94; Theater in der Josefstadt Announces

Jan 9, 2025, 10:49 AM

Otto Schenk, a revered figure in Austrian theater and opera, has passed away at the age of 94. Known for his versatility as an actor, director, and theater manager, Schenk's death was announced by the Theater in der Josefstadt. He had a prolific career spanning over seven decades, during which he directed operas at the Salzburg Festival and the New Yorker Metropolitan Opera, and led the Theater in der Josefstadt from 1988 to 1997. Schenk's contributions to the cultural scene were immense, leaving a significant void upon his passing.