Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske Quotes

A collection of quotes by Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske.

Minnie Maddern Fiske, also known as Mrs. Fiske, was a prominent American actress and producer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on December 19, 1865, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Fiske made her stage debut at the age of six. She gained immense popularity for her intense and naturalistic acting style, often portraying strong-willed and complex female characters. Fiske was a trailblazer in the theater industry, advocating for the importance of realistic acting and fostering the growth of American playwrights. She left a lasting impact on American theater and is remembered as one of its most influential figures.

...I have never known a movement in the theater that did not

...I have never known a movement in the theater that did not work direct and serious harm. Indeed, I have sometimes felt that the very people associated with various uplifting activities in the theater are people who are astoundingly lacking in idealism.

Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske

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