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A comprehensive biography of Sir Peter Hall, a renowned English theatre, opera and film director. Learn about his early life, career, achievements, and legacy in the arts.
6 days ago · Peter Hall (1930-2017) was a renowned English theatrical manager and director who led the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. He also directed operas, films, and wrote books on the theatre.
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Sep 12, 2017 · Sir Peter Hall, the founder of the Royal Shakespeare Company and former National Theatre director, has died at the age of 86. He died on Monday at University College hospital in London,...
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Sep 12, 2017 · LONDON — Peter Hall, who created the Royal Shakespeare Company at the age of 29, oversaw the National Theater’s move to the south bank of the Thames and exerted a commanding influence...
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Peter Hall (1930-2017) was a renowned stage and film director, who led the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. He also acted in some films and opera productions, and had four children, including actress Rebecca Hall.
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Sep 12, 2017 · Sir Peter Hall was one of the great champions of British theatre. In a career spanning seven decades, he acted, directed theatre and opera, and, occasionally, made forays into film...
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Sep 12, 2017 · Sir Peter Hall, founder of Britain’s Royal Shakespeare Company and longtime director of the National Theatre in London (from 1973 until 1988), died September 11 at age 86.