Cissie Collection

Marie Loftus music hall dancer and singer 1857-1940
Marie Loftus music hall dancer and singer, pantomime star. Reputation for singing risqu songs. Mother of Cissie Loftus, music hall mimic. In costume holding rose

Cecilia Loftus music hall mimic 1876-1943
Cecilia (Cissie) Loftus music hall mimic. Daughter of Marie Loftus music hall singer. In costume of long black fitted dress with full skirt, long black gloves and hat. Holding a tambourine

Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving)
1061412 Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Manchester United starlet Bobby Charlton practices his heading skills with his mum Elizabeth in the street outside their home. 1953

MARY EASTLAKE actress, depicted here with fellow-actress Miss Clitheroe, as Nelly Denver and Cissie in The silver king. Date: CIRCA 1883

Cissie Lupino, music hall performer, who had recently performed a dance at the London Palladium. Date: 1914

First Royal Variety Show cast, 1912
Some of the cast of the first Royal Variety Show performance at the Palace Theatre, 1912. 6. Mr. Charles Aldrich(quick change impersonations and juggling) 7

Woman with spirit baby
From: Spookland, Thomas Shekleton Henry, Clyde Publishing, 1902: Mrs Mellon Spiritualist with Cissie the baby spirit, apparition ghost, phantom, spectre. Date: 1894

Cissie Loftus - Scottish actress and singer
Cecilia " Cissie" or " Cissy" Loftus (1876-1943), Scottish actress, singer, mimic, vaudevillian, and music hall performer. 1890

Source Size = 3762 x 2483
SOME OF THE COMIC ELEMENTS IN THE GROUNDING OF A TROOPSHIP: 1. The Bump. 2. " Bweakers? Anything to Bweak this Confounded Monotony." 3. " You are Unmarried, Mr

CECILIA LOFTUS (1876-1943). Scottish actress and singer. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1894

Cissie Milford as Skittles - At The Worlds Mercy
Cissie Milford as Skittles " At The Worlds Mercy." Date: circa 1911

Cecilia Loftus as Peter Pan
Cecilia (Cissy) or (Cissie) Loftus (1876 - 1943), Scottish actress and music hall star dressed in her costume for the role of Peter Pan in J. M. Barries play at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in London

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Cissie poses with her two boys at the front gate of their Dulwich home : presumably papa is taking the picture

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"Cissie: A Legacy of Music, Laughter, and Talent" Step into the world of Cissie, a name that resonates with music hall enthusiasts. From Marie Loftus to Cecilia Loftus and Cissie Lupino, this captivating lineage of performers left an indelible mark on the stage. Marie Loftus, the mesmerizing music hall dancer and singer from 1857 to 1940, enchanted audiences with her graceful movements and melodious voice. Her talent was inherited by her niece Cecilia Loftus, a remarkable mimic who graced stages as both an actress and singer from 1876 to 1943. Cissie Lupino also joined this illustrious family tree as a gifted music hall performer. Together they formed part of the prestigious First Royal Variety Show cast in 1912, showcasing their immense talents before royalty. Their performances were not only filled with laughter but also incorporated comic elements like those depicted in "The Grounding of a Troopship" engraving. These comedic touches brought joy to countless spectators throughout their careers. One cannot overlook Scottish actress and singer Cissie Loftus's contribution to this legacy. With her undeniable charm and vocal prowess, she captivated audiences far beyond Scotland's borders. Even outside the realm of entertainment, Cissie's influence extended its reach. Manchester United starlet Bobby Charlton honed his heading skills under the watchful eye of his mother – a testament to how artistry can inspire greatness across different domains. Beyond fame lies another facet associated with Cissie – one that delves into spirituality. The image titled "Woman with spirit baby" evokes intrigue about connections between worlds unseen yet deeply felt by some individuals. With sources capturing moments frozen in time like W. & D.