What was groundbreaking about Price's 1961 Met debut?
First live telecast
First opera in English
First African American Leonora
Longest applause
Answer
Leontyne Price made history in 1961 when she became the first African American to sing the role of Leonora in Verdi's Il Trovatore at the Metropolitan Opera. Her performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike, and helped to break down racial barriers in the world of opera.
Unveiling Opera's Shining Star: Discover Leontyne Price's Musical Journey
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