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May 13 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 13, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

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1827
Donizetti's "Otto mesi in due ore" received its first performance at the Teatro Nuovo in Naples.
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Arthur Sullivan, composer of comic operas including
1842
Arthur Sullivan, composer of comic operas including "H.M.S. Pinafore", "The Pirates of Penzance", and "The Mikado", was born.
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1850
Modest Ilyich Tchaikovsky, librettist of "The Queen of Spades" and "Iolanta", was born.
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1905
Birth of Alberto Erede, Italian conductor known for his work in opera houses including the Metropolitan Opera and Covent Garden.
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1905
Mascagni's "Amica" received its Italian premiere at the Teatro Costanzi in Rome.
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1911
Birth of Mary McCormic, American operatic soprano and later a voice teacher who contributed significantly to opera education in the U.S.
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1951
Death of Léon Moreau, French composer known for works in both concert music and opera.
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Teresa Berganza, Spanish mezzo-soprano closely associated with roles such as Rosina, La Cenerentola, and Carmen, died.
2022
Teresa Berganza, Spanish mezzo-soprano closely associated with roles such as Rosina, La Cenerentola, and Carmen, died.
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2022
Brett Dean's "Hamlet" received its Metropolitan Opera company premiere.
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2023
Sarah Nemtsov's opera "OPHELIA" received its world premiere at Saarländisches Staatstheater Saarbrücken.
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