Atilla Manizade

Atilla Manizade (1945 – 10 July 2016) was a Turkish Cypriot opera singer (bass).

He had an extensive repertoire of more than forty operas ranging from dramatic roles to buffo parts.

Following his graduation, he continued his musical studies in Germany and specialized in German opera.

In the 1980s he was the Artistic Director and General Manager of the Istanbul State Opera and Ballet.

[5] Manizade was awarded the honorary title of State Artist by the government of Turkey for his contributions to the Turkish culture in 1998.