1745
On 1745-12-25, Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (composer who later wrote operas including "Ernestine") was born in Baillif, Guadeloupe.
December 25 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on December 25, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1915
On 1915-12-25, Xavier Leroux’s one-act opera "Les cadeaux de Noël" premiered at the Opéra-Comique (Salle Favart) in Paris.
1931
On 1931-12-25, the Metropolitan Opera’s radio broadcasts debuted with a live broadcast of Humperdinck’s "Hänsel und Gretel" (from the Met in New York).
1951
On 1951-12-25, American mezzo-soprano Barbara Dever was born (later known for major dramatic mezzo roles, including at the Metropolitan Opera).
1961
On 1961-12-25, Rodion Shchedrin’s opera "Not Love Alone" ("Ne tol'ko lyubov'") premiered at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow.
2005
On 2005-12-25, Swedish dramatic soprano Birgit Nilsson died at Bjärlöv near Kristianstad.