Mary Fabian(1901-1973)
- Actress
An internationally known soprano, Miss Fabian was the founder of the
American Civic Productions Company which presented Opera in English
throughout the United States. She formed the Civic Opera Association in
Birmingham and produced and directed its presentation of "Carmen" in
1936. Her first professional engagement was in "Katinka" with the
Hammersteins, touring the country and appearing in a variety of roles.
Following a vaudeville tour with her sister, Rose, a violinist, Miss
Fabian became a member of the San Carlo Opera Company. She also sang
with the Zuro Opera Company, The Puccini Opera Company, and the Chicago
Civic Opera Association.
Her debut in Italy was in "Madame Butterfly", which she sang 100 times in that country. During World War II, Miss Fabian served as a lieutenant in the Women's Army Corps, entertaining troops in the United States and Europe. Following the war she remained in Europe assisting with the rebuilding of Austria.
Her debut in Italy was in "Madame Butterfly", which she sang 100 times in that country. During World War II, Miss Fabian served as a lieutenant in the Women's Army Corps, entertaining troops in the United States and Europe. Following the war she remained in Europe assisting with the rebuilding of Austria.
