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