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Eva Le Gallienne (January 11, 1899 – June 3, 1991) was a British-born American stage actress, producer, director, translator, and author. A Broadway star by age 21, in 1926 she left Broadway behind to found the Civic Repertory Theatre , where she served as director, producer, and lead actress.
Eva Le Gallienne. Actress: Resurrection. Legendary stage actress Eva Le Gallienne's life began just as grandly as the daughter of poet Richard Le Gallienne. Sarah Bernhardt was her idol growing up and, at age 18, was brought to New York by her mother.
Jun 5, 1991 · Eva Le Gallienne, who as an actress, producer, director, translator, writer and teacher was for many decades one of the grand figures of the American stage, died late Monday night at her home...
May 30, 2024 · Eva Le Gallienne (born January 11, 1899, London, England—died June 3, 1991, Weston, Connecticut, U.S.) was an actress, director, and producer, one of the outstanding figures of the 20th-century American stage.
Le Gallienne, who died on June 3, 1991, called acting "writing on water," but her indelible legacy remains. Her pioneering work helped shape the 20th century American theatre.
Eva Le Gallienne. Actress: Resurrection. Legendary stage actress Eva Le Gallienne's life began just as grandly as the daughter of poet Richard Le Gallienne. Sarah Bernhardt was her idol growing up and, at age 18, was brought to New York by her mother.
Jun 7, 2024 · At 21, she made her first big success in a comedy called Not So Long Ago, followed by acclaimed performances in two dramas, Liliom and The Swan. By age 24, she had become a Broadway sensation and a national celebrity.
