Joan Maude was an English actress best known for her roles in A Matter of Life and Death, Hobson’s Choice, and The Lash. Born on January 16, 1908, in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, she had a successful career in both film and theatre, continuing until her later years.
Personal and Family Life
Joan Maude was the daughter of Nancy Price and Charles Maude. Throughout her career, she was married twice; first to Frank Waters until his death in 1954, and later to Oliver Woods from 1956 until his passing in 1972. She had a great-grandmother on her father’s side who was the famous opera singer Jenny Lind, also known as “the Swedish nightingale.” Joan was also a cousin of the actor Cyril Maude.
Career
Joan made her stage debut at the age of thirteen, performing as a solo dancer in “Cairo” at His Majesty’s Theatre in London. She gained recognition for her stage performances in the West End, particularly in Shakespearean roles during the 1920s and early 1930s. Later, she shifted her focus mainly to films and television, delivering memorable performances throughout her career.
Death and Legacy
Joan Maude passed away on September 28, 1998, in Lewes, East Sussex, England. Her contributions to both film and theatre have left a lasting impact, and she is remembered for her versatile acting skills and dedication to her craft.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Corridor of Mirrors | 1948-02-23 | Caroline Hart |
| A Matter of Life and Death | 1946-12-15 | Chief Recorder |
| They Knew Mr. Knight | 1946-03-05 | Carrie Porritt |
| The Lamp Still Burns | 1943-11-29 | Sister Catley |
| In a Monastery Garden | 1932-03-11 | Roma Romano |
| Strawberry Roan | 1944-12-31 | Gladys Moon |
| One Family | 1930-07-08 | The Mother |
| Hobson’s Choice | 1931-10-02 | Alice Hobson |
| Chamber of Horrors | 1929-03-01 | Reporter |
| The Lash | 1934-10-21 | Dora Bush |
| Great Day | 1945-07-09 | Miss Allen |
| Night Boat to Dublin | 1946-01-08 | Sidney Vane |
| When London Sleeps | 1934-12-01 | Lady Conway |
| Turn of the Tide | 1935-06-08 | Amy Lunn |
| It’s a King | 1932-12-23 | Princess Yasma |
| The Wandering Jew | 1933-11-15 | Gianella (Phase III) |
| The King of Paris | 1934-11-05 | Lea Rossignol |
| The Adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel | 1955-09-28 | The Duchess of Northumberland |