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William Kempe (c. 1560 – c. 1603), commonly referred to as Will Kemp, was an English actor and dancer specialising in comic roles and best known for having been one of the original stage actors in early dramas by William Shakespeare.
William Kempe (born c. 1560—died c. 1603) was one of the most famous clowns of the Elizabethan era. Much of his reputation as a clown grew from his work as a member of the Chamberlain’s Men ( c. 1594–99), of which he was part of the original company. Kempe was also renowned as a dancer of jigs.
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Learn about the life and career of William Kempe, one of the most beloved clowns in the Elizabethan theatre. Find out how he acted in many of Shakespeare's plays, why he left the Chamberlain's Men, and what he did in his famous morris dance.
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Students. Scholars. (1560?–1603?). English actor William Kempe was one of the most famous clowns of the Elizabethan era. Much of his reputation as a clown grew from his work as a member of the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, the theatrical company for which William Shakespeare was the main dramatist.
Jul 15, 2021 · Learn about the 16th century actor who danced along the Romford Road to Norwich in 1600, facing horses, cut-purses and snow. Read his account of his journey and the local legends it inspired.
Will Kempe. Actor. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. Play clip 1:48. Sweet Sixteen. 1 Video. 6 Photos. Will Kempe was born and raised on the island of Bermuda, shipped off to boarding school at age 9, educated in England at the Dragon School in Oxford and then at Wellington College in Berkshire.
May 3, 2020 · Will Kempe, was a comedic actor who was not only beloved by his public but was also held in the highest esteem by his peers. Kempe was acclaimed as the worthy successor to Richard Tarleton, some say the greatest clown of the era and instrumental in turning the theatre into a form of mass entertainment.
