Interesting article and very well written. Women actors were very much allowed in Victorian theatre – they got onto the stage in 1660 during the Restoration and by the turn of the 20th century there was a fine history of female performers. In this era there very famous female actors like Ellen Terry and her siblings and earlier, Sarah Siddons.

You might enjoy exploring the life of Vesta Tilley if you’re looking for a follow up article to this one. :o)