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Dame Ellen Terry and her daughter Edith Ailsa Craig
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Dame Ellen Terry and her daughter Edith Ailsa Craig
Dame Alice Ellen Terry (1847-1928) - English Stage Actress (left), pictured with her daughter Edith Ailsa Geraldine Craig (1869-1947) - a prolific theatre director, producer, costume designer and early pioneer of the womens suffrage movement in England (she used the stage name Ailsa Craig). Date: circa 1895
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Acting Actresses Ailsa Cabinet Craig Designer Director Ellen Feminism Feminist Producer Shakespearean Terry Theatrical
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This photograph captures the intergenerational legacy of English theatrical excellence, as iconic actress Dame Ellen Terry poses with her daughter, Edith Ailsa Craig. Dame Ellen Terry (1847-1928), a renowned Shakespearean actress, is depicted in her prime, exuding the grace and elegance that earned her the title of Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire. Her daughter, Edith Ailsa Geraldine Craig (1869-1947), also known as Ailsa Craig, stands beside her, a testament to the family's enduring commitment to the world of theatre. Edith Ailsa Craig was not only a prolific theatre director, producer, and costume designer but also a pioneering figure in the women's suffrage movement in England. Her groundbreaking contributions to the stage extended beyond her acting career, as she championed the rights of women both on and off the stage. The photograph, taken circa 1895, showcases the mother-daughter duo's striking resemblance and their shared passion for the arts. The intimate cabinet card format adds an intimate touch, allowing viewers to connect with the subjects on a personal level. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history of women in the theatre and the enduring influence of family legacies in the entertainment industry. Dame Ellen Terry and her daughter, Ailsa Craig, represent a unique chapter in the annals of English theatre, their legacies intertwined in a beautiful dance of art, activism, and family.
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