Engelbert Humperdinck
- Born September 1, 1854Germany, opera composer (Parisfal)
- December 28, 1910Opera "Konigskinder" is produced (NYC)
- Died July 27, 1921Composer
- Died September 27, 1921Ger opera composer (Schneewittchen)
- Born May 2, 1936[Arnold George Dorsey], Madras India, singer (EH Show)
- December 23, 19431st telecast of a complete opera (Hansel & Gretel), Schenectady, NY
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Engelbert Humperdinck was a German opera composer born on September 1, 1854. He is best known for his opera Parsifal and also composed the opera Konigskinder, which was produced in New York City in 1910. Another of his operas, Schneewittchen, is also noted in historical records. Humperdinck's work contributed to the late Romantic era of classical music in Germany.
He died in 1921, with sources noting his death on either July 27 or September 27, at the age of 66 or 67. His operas remain part of the operatic repertoire, reflecting his influence on German opera during his lifetime.