Mrs. J. H. Allen Explained

Mrs. J.H. Allen
Birth Date:	c. 1840
Death Date:	1911
Occupation:	Actress
Spouse:	J.H. Allen

Louise Allen^[1] (c. 1840–1911) was a popular American actress in the mid 19th century who was billed under her married name, Mrs. J. H. Allen.^[2]

She was the wife of theater manager J.H. Allen and debuted on the stage in 1855.^[2] In June 1858, The New York Times described her as "the most beautiful woman on the New York stage, and a lady who in a short time has assumed a prominent position as the leading actress at the principal New York Theatre", referring to Wallack's Theatre.^[3] She appeared in the 1859 melodrama The Octoroon, and in the popular 1860–61 extravaganza The Seven Sisters in New York.^{[2] [4]}

Notes and References

1. Book: Hutton, Laurence . Plays and players . 1875 . New York : Hurd and Houghton.
2. https://npg.si.edu/exhibition/storied-women-civil-war-era-0 Mrs. J.H. Allen c. 1840-1911
3. (19 June 1858). Amusements, The New York Times, p. 4
4. (5 May 1861). Amusements, The New York Times, p. 6 (regarding Seven Sisters, "we beg to state that Mrs. J.H. Allen, an admirable actress, and one of the most charming ladies of the stage, will take her benefit to-morrow night.")