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Famous Actresses in Male Attire on Stage
A historical survey outlines actresses who have successfully portrayed male roles, from Rosalind to Portia and Viola, noting Julia Arthur Ellen Terry Ada Rehan and Sarah Bernhardt. It discusses challenges of masculine gesture voice and makeup and cites Annie Hughes as an early child star in boy roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cililly
Rosalind
Julia Arthur
Ellen Terry
Portia
Ada Rehan
Viola
Madame Sarah Bernhardt
Lord Fauntleroy
Annie Hughes