Marta's Sidekick Dies; Amargosa Opera House to Go On
Death Valley's only opera house suffered a serious blow when owner/performer Marta Beckett's husband (and co-performer) Tim Willett, 77, died of a stroke on April 15, 2005. Tom was the Amargosa Opera House's comic relief, appearing on stage in a ballerina's tutu and other flamboyant outfits and roles. He was the opera house's Mr. Fixit, and Marta's loyal companion for 23 years.
Marta plans to continue performing, with a new show in mind to debut in 2008, according to the Pahrump Valley Times.
[05/03/2005]- Address:
- Hwy 127, Death Valley Junction, CA
- Directions:
- From LA, take I-15 N, past Barstow. At Baker take Hwy 127 north, through Shoshone, to Death Valley Junction, at the intersection Hwy 127 and Hwy 190.
- Hours:
- Tours 9 am, 5 pm (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 760-852-4441
- Admission:
- $10
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
