Alan Crofoot was a Canadian operatic Heldentenor, character tenor specialist, and actor.
12 Facts About Alan Crofoot
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Alan Crofoot was the host of Mr Piper, a 1960s children's television series that aired on the CBC in Canada.
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Alan Crofoot attended the University of Toronto where he earned a Master's degree in psychology.
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Alan Crofoot hosted the show dressed as a Pied Piper, with a flower in his hat.
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Alan Crofoot narrated cartoon fairy tales, which screened as standalone cartoons.
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Alan Crofoot created the role of Josiah Creach in the world premiere of Carlisle Floyd's Markheim, with Norman Treigle and Audrey Schuh, in New Orleans, as well as appearances at the New York City Opera and the Metropolitan Opera.
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In 1970, Mr Alan Crofoot appeared in the world premiere of My Heart's in the Highlands, a chamber opera in two acts by the American composer Jack Beeson.
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In 1974, Mr Crofoot appeared in the world premiere of Hans Werner Henze's Rachel, la cubana, for NET Opera Theater, opposite Lee Venora, Susanne Marsee and Alan Titus, conducted by the composer.
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Alan Crofoot was previously married to fellow opera singer Dodi Protero.
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At the time of his death, Alan Crofoot was engaged to Jean Godden.
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Alan Crofoot died of his injuries at Miami Valley Hospital shortly thereafter.
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At the time of his death, Alan Crofoot was set to direct the production of Salome by the Dayton Opera Company.