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Sofia Samoilova

1786 – 1854

Russian opera singer

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About Sofia Samoilova

Lived 1786 – 1854 (aged 67). Sofia Samoilova was a Russian opera singer.

Sofia Samoilova (1787 – 1854), was a Russian stage actress and opera singer (soprano).

She was engaged at the Bolshoi Theatre, Saint Petersburg in 1804–1843, during which she had a successful career and was regarded to belong to the elite of its members. She performed within opera, vaudeville as well as drama.

She was the daughter of the actor Vasily Chernikov and actress Praskovya Chernikova, married the actor Vasily Samoilov, and became the mother of Vasily Samoylov, Nadezhda Samoilova and .

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Bolshoi Kamenny Theatre

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sofia Samoilova?

Russian opera singer

When was Sofia Samoilova born?

Sofia Samoilova was born on 16 September 1786.

When did Sofia Samoilova die?

Sofia Samoilova died on 3 March 1854 in Saint Petersburg.

What was Sofia Samoilova's occupation?

Sofia Samoilova was an opera singer.

What nationality was Sofia Samoilova?

Sofia Samoilova was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sofia Samoilova

· Wikidata: Q4406735

· DBpedia: Sofia Samoilova

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