October 16 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on October 16, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

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1771

First performance of Johann Adolf Hasse’s opera *Il Ruggiero ovvero L’eroica gratitudine* in Milan.

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1876

First performance of Alfred Cellier’s operetta *Nell Gwynne* in Manchester.

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1962

Birth of Russian operatic baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky, celebrated for his velvety tone and international career at major opera houses.

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