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Durward Lely
Durward Lely (2 September 1852 – 29 February 1944) was a Scottish opera singer and actor primarily known as the creator of five tenor roles in Gilbert and Sullivan's comic operas, including Nanki-Poo in "The Mikado".
After studying singing in Italy, Lely began his opera career in 1878, at Her Majesty's Theatre, as Don José in "Carmen". After two years of touring in opera, he joined the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company in 1880, soon becoming their leading tenor
Durward
Durward may refer to:
People.
- Alan Durward (died after 1264 or in 1275), effective ruler of Scotland at several times during the minority of Alexander III
- Durward Gorham Hall, six-term member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Missouri
- Durward Kirby (1912-2000), American television host and announcer
- Durward Knowles (born 1917), Olympic champion sailor from the Bahamas
- Durward Lely (1852-1944), Scottish opera singer
Places.