Roberta facts for kids

Roberta is a female given name. It is the feminine form of the male name Robert. This name has been given to many famous people, like the singer Roberta Flack. It was also the title of a popular Broadway musical from the 1930s.

The Name Roberta

The name Roberta comes from a very old Germanic name. It means "bright fame" or "famous and bright." It's a classic name that has been used for many years.

What Does Roberta Mean?

The name Roberta is made from two parts. "Hrod" means "fame" or "glory." "Berht" means "bright" or "shining." So, when you put them together, Roberta means someone who is "bright with fame."

Famous People Named Roberta

Many talented women have been named Roberta. One famous person is Roberta Flack, a well-known American singer. She is famous for her beautiful songs like "Killing Me Softly with His Song." Another famous Roberta was Roberta Peters, a talented opera singer. These women helped make the name famous around the world.

The Musical "Roberta"

"Roberta" is also the name of a famous Broadway musical. It first opened in 1933. The musical was written by Jerome Kern (who wrote the music) and Otto Harbach (who wrote the words). It was a very popular show in its time.

Story of the Musical

The musical "Roberta" tells the story of a young American football player named John Kent. He travels to Paris, France. There, he inherits a fashion house from his aunt, who was known as "Roberta." The story follows his adventures and romantic mix-ups in the world of Parisian fashion. It's a fun and light-hearted show.

Popular Songs from Roberta

"Roberta" is famous for its wonderful songs. Two of the most well-known songs from the musical are "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" and "Yesterdays." These songs became very popular and are still loved today. Many famous singers have performed them over the years.

Roberta on the Big Screen

Because the musical was so popular, it was made into a movie. The film version of "Roberta" came out in 1935. It starred famous actors like Irene Dunne, Fred Astaire, and Ginger Rogers. The movie helped make the songs and story even more famous.

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  Jerome Kern in 1933, who wrote the music for "Roberta."

See also

In Spanish: Roberta (musical) para niños