1755
Birth of Austrian tenor, opera director, and composer Johann Ignaz Walter, known for his roles in late-18th-century opera and his work composing operas like *Doctor Faust* (1797).
August 31 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on August 31, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1909
Death of Austrian American soprano Inez Fabbri (born Agnes Schmidt), a leading operatic figure in 19th-century San Francisco who also became a voice teacher and impresaria.
1911
Birth of Chilean dramatic tenor Ramón Vinay, acclaimed for his powerful voice and dramatic roles in mid-20th-century opera.
1916
Birth of American conductor Everett Lee, who became the first African American to conduct a major American opera company and made significant contributions to inclusivity in opera.