In the late summer of 1830, tensions escalated in the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, primarily due to cultural, linguistic, and political differences between the Dutch and southern Belgian provinces. The performance of an opera in Brussels that highlighted the plight of the Belgians served as a catalyst for public unrest. Protests erupted, leading to widespread riots and the demand for greater autonomy. In the wake of these events, a new revolutionary committee composed of notable figures convened in Brussels, where they resolved to establish a Provisional Government. This committee acted as a representative body for the discontented Belgians, pushing forward plans to gain recognition and independence from Dutch rule. The public rallied around the committee, offering support and legitimacy to their cause, which garnered regional and international attention. The formation of the provisional government was characterized by discussions of political structure and leadership, with key figures emerging to take on roles within the new entity, further solidifying the movement's strength. This action highlighted the desire for self-determination and set in motion the series of events that would lead to Belgium's eventual independence.