1922
Death of Italian operatic mezzo-soprano Sofia Scalchi, who debuted in 1866 as Ulrica in Verdi’s *Un ballo in maschera* and later taught Rita Fornia.
August 22 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on August 22, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1952
Birth of American operatic soprano Deborah Sasson, renowned for her dual career in opera and musical theater, especially in Germany.