Lilian Mary Baylis was born on May 9, 1874, in London, England.
On May 9, 1874, Lilian Mary Baylis was born in London, setting the stage for a remarkable life in the arts. Her early experiences in a musically sophisticated environment would lead her to revolutionize British theater. Through her leadership at The Old Vic, Baylis democratized access to theatrical arts, shaping modern British performing arts institutions.