The theatre of science; a volume of progress and achievement in the motion picture industry (1914)

150 Cf)e C&catre new field he became a star in all of three branches. I would call Fielding the Richard Mansfield of filmdom. Beauty, grace, feminine charm — these are but the foundations upon which Miriam Nesbitt has built her successful career. Serious purpose, unflagging energy, and careful study have made her one of the foremost dramatic actresses appearing in photoplays. She was particularly fortunate in her preparation for a theatrical career, having attended school in Chicago, where she was born, and in St. Louis. She then went to Mary Sharpe College, Winchester, Tenn., and to the Wheatcroft Dramatic School. It was during a performance of the students of this school that Miss Nesbitt came under the eye of the Frohmans. Their estimation of her unusual ability is apparent from the fact that she was immediately engaged as James K. Hackett's leading woman. That the confidence which these experienced m.anagers placed in her was justified is proven from the fact that Miss Nesbitt has never played anything but leading parts since. Among those with whom she has appeared are Henry E. Dixey, Chauncey Olcott, and William H. Crane. She has played in such notable productions as "The County Chairman," "The Embassy Ball," "The Road to Yesterday," "The Traveling Salesman," and in the original London production of "Peter Pan." It was in 1910 that Miss Nesbitt swore allegiance to the photoplay, joining the Edison Company. Two summers as the star of the Edison English players gave Miss Nesbitt an excellent opportunity to display her genius in a wide variety of roles, ranging from Welsh peasant girls to princesses. There were many exceptional films made during these two trips abroad, in all of which Miss Nesbitt assumed the leading role. They