1890
Premiere
Mascagni's "Cavalleria rusticana" (often translated as "Rustic Chivalry") received its world premiere at the Teatro Costanzi in Rome.
May 17 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 17, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
Premieres & milestones
1934
Premiere
Strauss's "Arabella" received its United Kingdom debut at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.
Births & deaths
1866
Born
Birth of Erik Satie, French composer and pianist known for his influential works that bridged the late Romantic and early modern eras.
1906
Born
Zinka Milanov, Croatian dramatic soprano and major Metropolitan Opera artist, was born.
1918
Born
Birgit Nilsson, Swedish dramatic soprano celebrated for Wagner and Strauss roles, was born.
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