June 24 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on June 24, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

Premieres & milestones

1915 Premiere
Premiere of the opera “Fairyland” by Horatio Parker, staged during the National Federation of Music Clubs convention in Los Angeles.
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Births & deaths

1911 Born
Birth of Canadian opera singer Portia White, one of the first Black Canadians to achieve international concert and operatic fame.
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