12 Facts About Isabella Glyn

Isabella Glyn was a well-known Victorian-era Shakespearean actress.

Isabella Glyn was born in Edinburgh on 22 May 1823.

Isabella Glyn made her first stage appearance in Manchester on 8 November 1847, where she appeared as Constance in Shakespeare's King John.

Isabella Glyn next debuted at the Olympic in London as Lady Macbeth on 28 January 1848.

Isabella Glyn appeared at Drury Lane as Bianca in Fazio on 26 December 1851.

Isabella Glyn made subsequent appearances at St James' in 1854, at Standard in 1855, at Sadler's Wells Theatre in 1859, and Princess's Theatre in 1867.

Isabella Glyn gave Shakespearian readings at Steinway hall and at St James in 1878 and 1879.

Isabella Glyn was at the end of her career a theatrical instructor; and, the latest adherent of the Kemble school of acting.

Isabella Glyn's portrait appeared frequently in many popular magazines and journals during her lifetime.

Isabella Glyn died of cancer, four days before her 66th birthday, at 13 Mount St Grover Square, London on 18 May 1889.

Isabella Glyn was buried 22 May 1889 at Kensal Green Cemetery.

Isabella Glyn was released from custody on 28 June 1879.