On this day in 1967 the musical Henry, Sweet Henry opened at the Palace Theater for 80 performances.  

Born on this day in 1801 composer Albert Lortzing

Born on this day in 1891 baritone Imre Palló

Happy 94th birthday soprano Denise Duval

Happy 92nd birthday composer Ned Rorem

Happy 74th birthday conductor Lawrence Foster

Happy 64th birthday soprano Mari Anne Häggander