1865
Premiere of Richard Wagner’s music drama 'Tristan und Isolde' at the Königliches Hof‑ und Nationaltheater in Munich, conducted by Hans von Bülow.
June 10 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on June 10, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1865
Richard Wagner’s music drama "Tristan und Isolde" received its world premiere at the Königliches Hof- und Nationaltheater in Munich.
1918
Death of Arrigo Boito, Italian composer and librettist best known for his opera 'Mefistofele' and for writing the librettos for Verdi’s 'Otello' and 'Falstaff'.
1918
Arrigo Boito, Italian composer of "Mefistofele" and librettist of Verdi’s "Otello" and "Falstaff", died in Milan.
1934
Frederick Delius, English composer of operas including "A Village Romeo and Juliet" and "Fennimore and Gerda", died at Grez-sur-Loing.