Leon Lishner, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Leon Lishner

American operatic bass-baritone

Date of Birth: 04-Jul-1913

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, United States

Date of Death: 21-Nov-1995

Profession: singer, opera singer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Leon Lishner (4 July 1913 - 21 November 1995) was an American operatic bass-baritone.
He was particularly associated with the works of Gian Carlo Menotti, having created parts in the world premieres of four operas by that composer.
He performed in many productions with the New York City Opera and the NBC Opera Theatre during the 1950s and early 1960s.