March 12 in History

• 1832

  March 12, 1832:

  The romantic ballet in two acts named “La Sylphide” premieres in Paris, France.

• 1857

  March 12, 1857:

  The opera, "Simon Boccanegra" is first performed at Teatro La Fenice, Venice.

• 1897

  March 12, 1897:

  The opera titled "Fervaal" by French composer Vincent d'Indy debuts in Brussels.

• 1975

  March 12, 1975:

  The 22nd studio album of American singer Elvis Presley titled “Bringing It Back" is recorded.

• 1983

  March 12, 1983:

  The American hip-hop group Run-D.M.C drop their debut single titled "It's Like That."

• 2002

  March 12, 2002:

  The American crime drama television series entitled "The Shield “is first broadcasted on FX.

• 2012

  March 12, 2012:

  The American science fiction action film titled "The Hunger Games” is originally released.