Mozart’s last opera, “The Magic Flute,” premiered in Vienna.
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One of William Shakespeare's most acclaimed plays, ''Romeo & Juliet" was performed for the first time.
The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts opened in New York City.
Neil Simon's play 'Laughter on the 23rd Floor' opened at Richard Rodger's New York City theatre.
Opera 'Alexander's Feast' by George Frideric Handel premiered in London.
The second Theatre Royal, Covent Garden in London, opened.