Elizabeth Brice

Elizabeth Brice (born Bessie S. Shaler; February 21, 1883 – January 25, 1965) was an American actress, singer, and dancer who performed in musicals and light operas. She began her career as a chorus girl on Broadway from 1902-1904, and advanced to leading roles in 1905 when she was given the title role in the touring production of Alfred Baldwin Sloane's comic opera Lady Teazle. She was a leading musical theatre actress on Broadway from 1906-1920, and enjoyed great popularity in America during the years of World War I. In the 1910s Brice performed frequently with actor Charles King with whom she performed in a vaudeville duo. In addition to appearing on the stage, she made several recordings…