Anne Bracegirdle

British actress (1671-1748)

Anne Bracegirdle (possibly 1671 – 12 September 1748) was an English actress and soprano. Most of the plays she performed in involved singing as well as acting. She often performed music written for her by the composer John Eccles, and also sang music written for her by Henry Purcell.

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