Feodor Chaliapin
Russian opera singer and actor (1873-1938)
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Feodor Chaliapin was a renowned Russian opera singer and actor who lived from 1873 to 1938 and became one of the most celebrated performers of his era. He is remembered as a transformative figure in opera who brought dramatic depth and character to his roles, influencing how opera singers approached performance.
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The Russian opera singer Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (Фёдор Ива́нович Шаля́пин) (February 13 (February 1, Old Style), 1873–April 12, 1938) was the most famous bass in the first half of the 20th century. Because of his powerful and flexible voice, together with his mesmerizing stage presence and his superb acting ability, he is considered one of the greatest performers in the history of opera, and he is credited with establishing the tradition of naturalistic acting in opera. <a href="https://www.
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Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (13 February [O.S. 1 February] 1873 – 12 April 1938) was a Russian opera singer. Possessing a deep and expressive bass voice, he enjoyed an important international career at major opera houses and is often credited with establishing the tradition of naturalistic acting in his chosen art form.
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1873 births1938 deaths20th-century Russian male opera singersBurials at Novodevichy CemeteryCommanders of the Legion of HonourMusicians from KazanOpera singers from the Russian EmpirePeople from Kazansky UyezdRussian male opera singersRussian operatic bassesVictor Records artistsWhite Russian emigrants to Finland