World Opera Day

October 25, Sunday

World Opera Day is an international celebration dedicated to the art of opera, its history, its cultural significance, and its influence on the world’s musical heritage. It is observed every year on October 25. This date was chosen for a reason — on this day two outstanding figures were born: Austrian composer Johann Strauss II and Hungarian conductor and composer Georg Solti.

Purpose of the celebration
The main purpose of World Opera Day is to draw attention to opera as a unique synthetic genre that combines music, theatre, vocal performance, dance, scenography, and costume. The celebration is supported by major opera houses and international musical organizations.

How it is celebrated
Different countries organize thematic events:
• concerts dedicated to classical and modern operas
• open rehearsals and theatre tours
• lectures, workshops, and meetings with performers
• free or discounted performances
• online broadcasts of opera productions

Interesting facts
• The idea of the celebration originated from the initiative of the World Opera Organization (Opera Europa) and several major theatres.
• World Opera Day was widely celebrated for the first time in 2019.
• Opera is considered one of the most complex performing arts because it unites several creative disciplines at once.

Why this celebration is important
World Opera Day helps preserve interest in classical music, support young performers, and introduce new generations to famous works — from Mozart and Verdi to contemporary composers. It is a great opportunity to discover the world of opera, even if you have never been interested in it before.

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World Opera Day in other years

2021 October 25, Monday
2022 October 25, Tuesday
2023 October 25, Wednesday
2024 October 25, Friday
2025 October 25, Saturday
2027 October 25, Monday

World Opera Day in other countries