1742
Handel's "Messiah", closely related to operatic tradition in its dramatic structure and vocal writing, received its premiere in Dublin.
April 13 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on April 13, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1771
Italian composer and conductor Luigi Cherubini, known for operas such as "Médée" and "Les deux journées", was born in Florence.
1845
The premiere of Wagner's "Tannhäuser" took place at the Königliches Hoftheater in Dresden.
1906
Irish tenor John McCormack, celebrated for performances in operas such as "La traviata" and "Rigoletto", made his operatic debut in Savona in "Cavalleria rusticana".
1966
French soprano Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, renowned for her interpretations of "Der Rosenkavalier" and "Le nozze di Figaro", gave one of her final operatic performances before retiring from the stage.