Mr. Plishka was a beloved presence at the Metropolitan Opera, where he sang in 1,672 performances over 51 years.
Paul Plishka, a powerful bass with a ready smile and hearty laugh who sang 1,672 performances at the Metropolitan Opera over ...
Known for his liquid bass tones and flawless diction, he appeared in 88 roles, many of them comic, over 1,672 performances at the Metropolitan Opera.