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In Memoriam: John Conklin, Designer/Dramaturg, Dies at 88

by Michael S. Eddy

Designer/Dramaturg John Conklin passed away on June 24, 2025, in Cooperstown, NY. Born on June 22, 1937, Conklin was 88. The designer had come out of retirement to design four operas this summer at the Glimmerglass Festival, where he had a long association. The company is dedicating the season to Conklin. Requiescat in Pace, John Conklin.

SOURCE: PLSN at 9:24am on June 26, 2025