Thelma Votipka was an American soprano and character singer, long associated with the Metropolitan Opera in a wide range of supporting roles.

In the Pristine catalogue she appears in Metropolitan Opera recordings of Donizetti and Bizet, including Sutherland’s Lucia di Lammermoor and Beecham’s Carmen.

Votipka’s career reflects the indispensable craft of the opera ensemble: clarity, timing and theatrical reliability across many roles and seasons.

Her page is justified by repeated catalogue presence and Met significance. Votipka gives the opera shelf a seasoned supporting voice with formidable staying power.