Marietta Judah facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marietta Judah
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Marietta Judah playing the Nurse in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
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| Born | 1812 |
| Died | 1883 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actress |
Marietta Judah (1812–1883) was a famous American stage actress. She performed in plays on theater stages. She was very successful in the southern United States and in New York City during the 1830s and 1840s.
A Star of the Old West
Marietta Judah became even more famous in California starting in 1851. This was during the time known as the Old West. She was one of the first important actors in this new region.
"San Francisco's Favorite Actress"
People in California loved her performances. She became known as "San Francisco's Favorite Actress." This shows how popular she was with audiences there.
"Grand Old Woman of the Western Stage"
As she got older, Marietta Judah continued to act. She earned another special nickname: "Grand Old Woman of the Western Stage." This name showed her long career and respected position in the theater world. She was a true pioneer for actors in the western United States.
