Georgia Allen

Georgia Allen...actress and educator. Outstanding actress of the academic theater, who transitioned from regional and professional stage to television and films. Born in Beaumont, TX., and educated at Clark College-now Clark Atlanta University, (B.A., English, 1942) and the Atlanta University Summer Theater (credits in theater arts). She also studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Mrs. Allen served as a longtime educator in the Atlanta Public School System. During the 1960's, Allen performed with numerous community and professional groups. Mrs. Allen amassed nearly 30 film credits between 1972 and 2006. Television appearances include: "In the Heat of the Night," "I'll Fly Away," and "Crossroads." Film roles included: Guyana Tragedy (as Sister Carmella), I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (as Mrs. Gurney), Mayflower Madam (as Attorney), Freedom Road (as Landlady), Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (as Caterer), The Boy King (as Grandmother) and Madea's Family Reunion