1732
Premiere
World premiere (first performance) of Handel’s opera "Sosarme" at the King’s Theatre, Haymarket (London).
February 15 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on February 15, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
Premieres & milestones
1791
Premiere
World premiere of Méhul’s opera "Cora" at the Académie Royale de Musique (Paris Opéra).
1845
Premiere
World premiere (first performance) of Verdi’s opera "Giovanna d'Arco" at Teatro alla Scala (Milan).
Births & deaths
1857
Died
Death of Russian composer Mikhail Glinka (date given as February 15 New Style; often listed as February 3 Old Style).
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