Who composed The Barber of Seville?
Q: Who composed The Barber of Seville?
A: Gioachino Rossini composed The Barber of Seville.
Q: What type of opera is it?
A: The Barber of Seville is a comic opera, also known as an opera buffa.
Q: What was the source material for the libretto (words)?
A: The libretto for The Barber of Seville was based on a comedy by Pierre Beaumarchais called The Barber of Seville.
Q: When did the first performance take place?
A: The first performance took place on 20 February, 1816 in Rome.
Q: Is this Rossini's most famous opera?
A: Yes, The Barber of Seville is Rossini's most famous opera and contains some very well known tunes.
Q: Where did the first performance take place?
A: The first performance took place in Rome.
