An homage to many theatre performers, some dead, some still living at the time of publishing.

How did Laurette Taylor (1884-1946) become America's most celebrated actress? What training and experience led to her first stage success, Peg o' My Heart, in 1

Once called "America's greatest actress," renowned for the passion and power of her performances, Clara Morris (1847-1925) has been largely forgotten. A Spectac

A highly readable, informative book about the professional lives of some of the foremost actresses working in theatre and film today.