Anthony Rolfe-Johnson was a British actor who is best known for his performances in “Gloriana,” “Joseph Haydn: The Creation,” and “Live from the Proms.”
Personal and Family Life
Anthony Rolfe-Johnson was born on November 5, 1940, in Tackley, Oxfordshire, England. He was married to Elisabeth Jones Evans and they had three children together. Although he sang as a child and had support from his parents, he initially pursued a degree in agriculture and worked as a farm manager before fully dedicating himself to a music career.
Career
He studied at the Guildhall School of Music in London, which helped him launch his singing career, particularly noted for his performances and recordings of Bach’s passions and works by Benjamin Britten. Over the years, he established himself as a prominent figure in the world of opera and classical music.
Death and Legacy
Anthony Rolfe-Johnson passed away on July 21, 2010, in London, England, due to Alzheimer’s disease. His contributions to music and opera have left a lasting legacy, and he is remembered for his powerful voice and interpretations of classical works.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Il Ritorno d’Ulisse in Patria | Ulisse |
| 2004 | The Genius of Mozart | Anton Raaff |
| 1990 | Joseph Haydn: The Creation | Uriel |
| 1987 | The Rape of Lucretia | Male Chorus |
| 1986 | L’enfance du Christ | Narrator |
| 1986 | Cosi Fan Tutte | Ferrando |
| 1985 | Live from the Proms | Tenor |
| 1985 | Gloriana | Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex |