Behind the Footlights by Mrs. Alec-Tweedie

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Author Alec-Tweedie, Mrs. (Ethel), 1862-1940
Title Behind the Footlights
Credits E-text prepared by MWS, Brian Wilcox, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Behind the Footlights" by Mrs. Alec-Tweedie is a memoir written in the early 20th century that explores the intricacies of theatrical life. The narrative centers on the author’s own experiences and reflections on the world of acting, revealing both the glamour and harsh realities of pursuing a career on the stage. As she unfolds her story, she invites readers into the lives of notable figures in the theatre, shedding light on their personal struggles, triumphs, and the societal perceptions that surround the profession. The beginning of the book introduces a young girl, who aspires to become an actress, engaged in a tense conversation with her father, a physician, who expresses concern over her dreams. The girl's initial excitement about the glitz of performing fades as her father emphasizes the challenging and often unforgiving nature of a career in acting. This opening not only sets the tone for the memoir—balancing youthful ambition and parental caution—but also foreshadows a deeper exploration of the actress's life, filled with anecdotal experiences, the pressures of the profession, and the complexities that come with seeking stardom in the theatre. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Theater -- Great Britain
Category Text
EBook-No. 55492
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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