May 30 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on May 30, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

Premieres & milestones

Franco Faccio's opera "Amleto" premiered at the Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa.
1865 Premiere
Franco Faccio's opera "Amleto" premiered at the Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa.
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Smetana's "The Bartered Bride" received its world premiere at the Provisional Theatre in Prague.
1866
Smetana's "The Bartered Bride" received its world premiere at the Provisional Theatre in Prague.
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Births & deaths

1746 Died
Death of Antonio Pollarolo, Italian Baroque composer known for his operas and sacred music.
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1799 Born
Birth of Ferdo Livadić, Croatian composer noted for his contributions to early Croatian opera and nationalist music.
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1893 Born
Rosa Raisa, Polish-born dramatic soprano who created the title role in Puccini's "Turandot", was born.
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1920 Born
George London, Canadian-born American operatic bass-baritone, was born.
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2020 Died
Mady Mesplé, French coloratura soprano especially associated with "Lakmé", died.
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