July 21, 1961: American opera singer Grace Bumbry becomes the first Black singer to perform at the Bayreuth Festival, Germany, she earns 42 curtain calls.
I'll never understand why yt ppl are not embarrassed by "The first Blk to do..." It's insane to be proud of how hateful and insecure ppl are and think its a flex.
How about this version instead?
July 21, 1961: American opera singer Grace Bumbry performed at the Bayreuth Festival, Germany, she earns 42 curtain calls.
With all the contrived hubbub over the casting of Helen, can't believe this was from 60+ years ago. It's pretty cool. Just listened to her Carmen, she's amazing.
