[Porgy and Bess] Duncan, Todd. (1903–1998) Porgy and Bess Photograph and AutographBold vintage autograph by the creator of Porgy, in Gershwins "Porgy and Bess" at the Alvin Theater in 1935, together with an original 8 x 10 inch photograph of Duncan from that production. Duncan was the first black member of the New York City Opera, where he first appeared as Tonio in 1935. Also active in musical theater, his performance in Weills "Lost in the Stars" (1949 50) won him the Donalson and New York Drama Critics Award in 1950.