1818Royal Coburg Theatre Opens in London

The Old Vic is established (under the name of the Royal Cobu...
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🎭 Handel's Opera 'Rinaldo' Premieres in London

Rinaldo, Handel's first opera for the London stage, premiered
Handel's Opera 'Rinaldo' Premieres in London (1711)
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🎼 Handel Composes 'Zadok the Priest' for British Coronation

Zadok the Priest is composed by Handel for the coronation of George II of Great Britain. It has been performed at every subsequent British coronation.
Handel Composes 'Zadok the Priest' for British Coronation (1727)
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🎼 Haydn's London Symphonies Premiered

Haydn's London Symphonies Premiered (1791)
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🎭 Royal Coburg Theatre Opens in London

The Old Vic is established (under the name of the Royal Coburg).
Royal Coburg Theatre Opens in London (1818)
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🎨 Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood Founded

🎭 Royal Albert Hall Inaugurated

Royal Albert Hall opens in London.
Royal Albert Hall Inaugurated (1871)
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