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EnglishWho Is Plácido Domingo? Career, Roles, and Official Website Guide
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Plácido Domingo is an opera singer, conductor, and opera administrator whose career spans more than 150 roles and over 4,000 performances, according to his official website placidodomingo.com. The site describes him as "a world-renowned, multifaceted artist" and "one of the finest and most influential singing actors in the history of opera." If you want to follow his performances, browse his repertoire, or find official press materials, placidodomingo.com is the primary source.
What placidodomingo.com Is
The site is the official homepage for Plácido Domingo. It functions as both a biography hub and a working calendar for his professional activity. Its tagline, "If I rest, I rust®," appears as a registered mark on the page.
The homepage organizes content into these main sections:
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| About | Background on Domingo as singer, conductor, and administrator |
| Career | Overview of his professional trajectory |
| Calendar | Upcoming and past performance dates |
| Catalogue | Recordings and releases |
| Roles | His operatic repertoire |
| Awards | Honors and recognitions |
| News | Announcements and press items |
Career Highlights as Stated on the Site
The site presents Domingo's career in three connected roles rather than as a single track:
- Singer — recognized as one of opera's finest and most influential singing actors
- Conductor — active on the podium in addition to singing
- Opera administrator — described as "a major force" in opera management
The scale given is specific: more than 150 roles and over 4,000 career performances. These figures come directly from the site's own description and are the clearest single measure of the career's breadth.
Recent and Upcoming Activity
The homepage lists both news items and scheduled performances, which is useful if you want to see what he is currently doing rather than only historical achievements.
Recent news items shown:
- Hommage à Pavarotti in Geneva
- Domingo distinguished with the Europa Nostra Medal of Honour, recognizing his service as President from 2010 to 2020 and his commitment to Europe's cultural heritage
- A sold-out Verdi Gala in Budapest
- Gran Gala con Plácido Domingo
- A gala marking Ruben Martin's 20th anniversary
- An event connected to the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation
Upcoming performances listed on the page:
| Date | Venue | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2026 | Armenian National Opera and Ballet Theatre | Yerevan, Armenia | Gala Concert for Gegham Grigorian's 75th Anniversary |
| October 20, 2026 | Royal Arena | Copenhagen, Denmark | Gala Concert with Asmik Grigorian |
| November 24, 2026 | Temple du Bas | Neuchâtel, Switzerland | Recital |
Dates and venues can change, so confirm details on the Calendar section before making travel or ticket plans.
Other Official Channels and Resources
The site links to several related properties and contact points:
- Social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Weibo
- Press Assets: a dedicated area for media materials
- Affiliated projects: Europa Nostra and Operalia
- Policies: Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Sitemap
The page notes that the site uses cookies to support browsing, with details in the privacy policy.
How to Use the Site
- To check a performance — open the Calendar section and match the date, city, and venue against the listing. The homepage previews only a few upcoming dates.
- To explore repertoire — use the Roles section, which covers the 150-plus roles referenced in the biography.
- To find recordings — the Catalogue section is the starting point.
- For media or press use — go to Press Assets rather than pulling images from news items, since those are credited to individual photographers such as Ruben Martin, Chad Batka, and Art Streiber.
- For background — the About and Career sections carry the core biography and the performance and role counts.
What the Site Does Not Tell You
The homepage does not list ticket prices, booking platforms, or payment methods, and it does not state whether any content requires login. Treat those details as unconfirmed and check the individual event or venue for ticketing information.