Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.
Maria
Ned Kynaston
Stage Manager
Male Emelia/Dickie
Betterton
George Villiars, Duke of Buckingham
Samuel Pepys
Lady Meresvale
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Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.
Movie / 1979
Movie / 2002
Movie / 2017
Movie / 2007
Movie / 2009
Movie / 1998
Movie / 2011
Movie / 2003
Movie / 1999
Movie / 2010
Movie / 1984
Movie / 2010
Movie / 2017
Movie / 2005
Movie / 2016
Movie / 2009
Movie / 2021
Movie / 1980
Movie / 2006
Movie / 2003