1899
Massenet's "Cendrillon" received its world premiere at the Salle Favart, Opéra-Comique, Paris.
May 24 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 24, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1918
Bartók's "Bluebeard's Castle" received its world premiere at the Royal Hungarian Opera House in Budapest.
1974
Death of Duke Ellington, American jazz composer and bandleader whose works influenced the development of American music.
2010
Anneliese Rothenberger, German operatic soprano especially associated with Mozart and Richard Strauss, died.
2024
Death of Gladys Smuckler Moskowitz, American composer known for her chamber operas and vocal works.