Born on this day in 1911 actor, choreographer and director Charles Walters. On this day in 1839 Verdi’s Oberto premiered in Milan.On this day in 1866 Thomas’ Mignon premiered at the Opera-Comique.Born on this day in 1925 conductor Charles Mackerras.On this day in 1968 the Kander-Ebb musical Zorba opened on Broadway.
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Born on this day in 1911 actor, choreographer and director Charles Walters.
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Dan Soda (Windy City Operaman) is a Chicago native whose first visit to opera was at age 17 and Massenet’s Werther with Troyanos and Kraus. Nothing was ever the same. Opera and concert performances, recordings and video are an obsession. He prepares Parterre Box’s daily birthday and anniversary tributes. He also enjoys concerts, live theater and movies.
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