January 23 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on January 23, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

1723
Antonio Vivaldi’s opera "Ercole su'l Termodonte" premiered at Teatro Capranica in Rome.
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1788
Francesco Bianchi’s opera seria "Calto" was first performed at the Teatro San Benedetto in Venice.
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1890
Édouard Lalo’s opera "Le roi d'Ys" received its American premiere at the French Opera House in New Orleans.
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1930
Polish operatic soprano Teresa Żylis-Gara was born in Landwarów (now Lentvaris, Lithuania).
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1934
Ottorino Respighi’s opera "La fiamma" premiered at the Teatro Reale dell'Opera in Rome (conducted by the composer).
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1981
American composer Samuel Barber (composer of the operas "Vanessa" and "Antony and Cleopatra") died in New York City.
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2021
American dramatic soprano Margherita Roberti died.
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