1811
Birth of Giulia Grisi, Italian soprano renowned for her performances in operas by Bellini and Donizetti.
May 22 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 22, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1813
Richard Wagner, composer of "Der Ring des Nibelungen", "Tristan und Isolde", "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg", and "Parsifal", was born.
1872
The foundation stone of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus was laid; Wagner conducted Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at the Margravial Opera House for the occasion.
1925
James King, American heldentenor associated especially with Wagner and Strauss roles, was born.