1833
Premiere of Gaetano Donizetti's opera *Roberto Devereux* in Naples, one of his famous 'Three Donizetti Queens' operas.
August 8 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on August 8, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1916
Birth of American operatic soprano Leontyne Price, one of the first African Americans to gain international acclaim in opera.
1955
Death of French composer Darius Milhaud, known for his prolific output including operas, ballets, and orchestral music.