Born on this day in 1889 writer, filmmaker and designer Jean Cocteau. 

Born on this day in 1916 soprano Gabriella Gatti.

Born on this day in 1924 bass Oskar Czerwenka.

Born on this day in 1934 baritone Tom Krause.

Born on this day in 1940 bass Donald Shanks.

Happy 73rd birthday bass-baritone and director Angelo Gobbato.

Happy 64th birthday soprano Kristine Ciesinski.

Happy 55th birthday soprano Isabelle Poulenard.