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October 27 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on October 27, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

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Premieres & milestones

1864
French-language adaptation of Verdi's "La traviata" presented as "Violetta" at the Théâtre Lyrique, Paris (with Christina Nilsson).
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1867 Premiere
Italian premiere of Verdi's "Don Carlos" at the Teatro Comunale di Bologna, conducted by Angelo Mariani.
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1989 Premiere
World premiere of Michael Tippett's opera "New Year" at Houston Grand Opera.
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Births & deaths

1907 Born
Birth of American coloratura soprano Josephine Antoine (Metropolitan Opera, 1936–1948).
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1936 Born
Birth of American tenor and voice teacher Robert White.
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1938 Died
Death of soprano Alma Gluck in New York.
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1973 Born
Birth of Swedish coloratura soprano Kerstin Avemo (noted for roles including Lulu and Violetta).
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1980 Born
Birth of American composer Missy Mazzoli (known for operas such as "Breaking the Waves" and "Proving Up").
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