Mary Heron (actress) facts for kids
Mary Heron was a talented British stage actress who lived in the 1700s. She was known for her performances in plays during a time when theatre was very popular. She passed away in 1736.
Her Early Career
Mary Heron first appeared on the London stage in 1721. Her debut was in a play called The Man of Mode. After this, she joined the famous Drury Lane Theatre company. She was a regular actress there until 1734.
Becoming a Star
At first, Mary Heron performed in many different types of plays. She could act in serious roles, but she became especially good at comedy. She grew to be one of the top comedy actresses in the Drury Lane company. People loved to watch her make them laugh on stage.
The Actor Rebellion of 1733
In 1733, Mary Heron took part in an important event called the Actor Rebellion of 1733. This was when many actors at the Drury Lane Theatre stood up against the theatre's management. They were unhappy with how things were being run. Mary Heron joined her fellow actors in this protest.
Some of Her Roles
Mary Heron performed in many plays during her career. Here are a few of the characters she played:
- Emilia in The Man of Mode by George Etherege (1721)
- Valeria in The Rover by Aphra Behn (1722)
- Farcia in Bayes's Opera by Gabriel Odingsells (1730)
- Lady Modely in The Modish Couple by James Miller (1732)
- Primrose in The Mother-in-Law by James Miller (1734)
- Lucia in Junius Brutus by William Duncombe (1734)
- Mrs Raffler in The Universal Gallant by Henry Fielding (1735)
