Martha Morton
Martha Morton | |
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"A woman of the century" | |
| Born | October 10, 1865 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | February 18, 1925 (aged 59) New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation | playwright |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Hunter College |
| Spouse |
Hermann Conheim (m. 1897) |
| Relatives | Michael Morton (brother) |
Martha Morton (October 10, 1865 – February 18, 1925) was the first successful American woman to sustain a lengthy career as a professional playwright. Author of numerous plays, she founded the Society of Dramatic Authors, and helped open doors for other female theatre artists.