Cushman, Charlotte, 1816 - 1876
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1816 - 1876
Biography
Born in Boston, Massachusetts, she was discovered when singing and was advised to become a professional actress. She instantly found rave reviews for her portrayal of Lady Macbeth. There was controversy when she became involved in a lesbian affair with Matilda Hays. Her later years saw her become a dramatic reader, before dying of pneumonia aged 59. She was elected to the New York University Hall of Fame in 1915.
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
'King Henry IV'; 'The Wonder' Playbill, 1849
Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/85
Scope and Contents
Performed on Friday 23 February 1849 at Theatre Royal, Sheffield.
Dates:
1849
'Macbeth'; 'Luke, The Labourer' or 'The Lost Son' Playbill, 1845
Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/73
Scope and Contents
Performed on Monday 27 October 1845 at Theatre Royal, Sheffield.
Dates:
1845
'Romeo and Juliet'; 'Jealous Wife' Playbill, 1849
Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/86
Scope and Contents
Performed on Monday 26 February 1849 at Theatre Royal, Sheffield.
Dates:
1849