1917
Premiere
Ferruccio Busoni's one-act opera "Arlecchino" received its world premiere at the Stadttheater Zürich, in a double bill with "Turandot".
May 11 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 11, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
Premieres & milestones
1972
Premiere
Tom Johnson's "The Four Note Opera" was first performed at The Cubiculo Theater in New York City.
2024
Premiere
Christopher Tin and Susan Soon He Stanton's new ending for Puccini's "Turandot" was first performed by Washington National Opera at the Kennedy Center.
Births & deaths
1849
Died
Death of Otto Nicolai, German composer and conductor, best known for his opera 'Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor' (The Merry Wives of Windsor).
1895
Born
William Grant Still, composer of operas including "Troubled Island" and "A Bayou Legend", was born.
1942
Died
Death of Helena Forti, German soprano celebrated for her dramatic roles in early 20th-century opera.
1947
Died
Death of Ture Rangström, Swedish composer and conductor, known for his operas and vocal music.
1949
Born
Birth of Ruth Welting, American coloratura soprano who performed leading roles at the Metropolitan Opera.
1950
Died
Death of Charles Rousselière, French tenor renowned for his performances in operas by Saint-Saëns and Massenet.
1957
Born
Birth of Giuseppe Sabbatini, Italian tenor known for his performances in major opera houses worldwide.
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