Museum of Femininity

Welcome to the Museum of Femininity, a laid back podcast exploring different aspects of female history and the representation of women in art and material culture My name is Charlotte Appleyard, a graduate with an MA in Art History and Archaeology of East Asia and museum professional. I have a love of Symbolism, Edo period art, fashion history and all things Victorian. Join me as I learn about areas of art and social history which have either faded from memory or were never taught to me in the first place! This is a fun passion project for me to keep me connected to my various interests, I hope you enjoy my rambles :)

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Episode 64: Maria Von Trapp

September 27, 2023 • Charlotte Appleyard

In this episode we delve into the real life of Maria Von Trapp (1905-1987) and the Trapp family singers. Here we see the story of a determined and bright young woman born into difficult circumstances, go from aspiring nun, to beloved governess, wife, member of a successful touring and recording band and then fictionalised character immortalised on the silver screen. As well as this we will compare the true story with the Broadway and Film musical 'the Sound of Music'.

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Sources
https://www.womansworld.com/posts/entertainment/maria-von-trapp-cameo-166676
https://www.archives.gov/publications/prologue/2005/winter/von-trapps-html#:~:text=While%20Maria%20was%20grateful%20that,1978)%2C%20she%20wasn't
https://archive.org/search?query=the+sound+of+music
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_von_Trapp