Teresa Stratas

Teresa Stratas born in Torontos Cabbagetown started her musical journey singing Greek songs in her parents restaurant Her talent led to radio performances and a Royal Conservatory scholarship At 20 she debuted in La Bohème at the Toronto Opera Festival and became a renowned figure at the Metropolitan Opera captivating audiences globally Notably she made history performing dual lead soprano roles at the Met in 1995 Her illustrious career includes performances at prestigious opera houses worldwide Stratas notably sang the title role in the premiere of Alban Bergs Lulu at the Paris Opera in 1979 Shes been honoured with the Order of Canada and the Governor Generals Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Performing Arts Stratas holds five honorary degrees and is known for her vibrant personality disdain for snobbery and her eightyear involvement with conductor Zubin Mehta Her passion for life is evident in her zest for both its joys and complexities