Short answers, pulled from the story.
Anna Bolena premiered at the Teatro Carcano in Milan on the 26th of December 1830. This event marked a turning point for the career of composer Gaetano Donizetti and established him as a leading figure in Italian opera.
Gaetano Donizetti composed the music for the opera Anna Bolena. He created the score for this two-act tragedy that premiered in 1830 and later became the cornerstone of his reputation.
Giuditta Pasta sang the title role of Anna Bolena in the original cast of the opera. Her performance was legendary for its range and emotional power and set the benchmark for all future interpretations of the role.
The mad scene in Act 2 Scene 3 of Anna Bolena is a masterclass in psychological portrayal and musical innovation. Donizetti used the theme from the song Home Sweet Home to underscore Anna's longing for her childhood home while she descends into madness.
The first US performance of Anna Bolena was given in New Orleans at the Théâtre d'Orléans on the 12th of November 1839. This performance was presented in French as Anne de Boulen.