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Photographic Print : Sir Laurence Olivier aged 15 playing Kate in Taming of Shrew
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Sir Laurence Olivier aged 15 playing Kate in Taming of Shrew
Sir Laurence Olivier in his first leading Shakespearian role - Katharine in Taming of the Shrew at All Saints Choir School, Margaret Street, London and Stratford-on-Avon in April 1922. Ellen Terry said that she had never seen Kate better played, even by a woman, except Ada Rehan. Sybil Thorndike said he was " really wonderful, the best Shrew I ever saw - a bad-tempered little bitch." A fellow actor said " What I remember about his Kate was his complete naturalness" Date: 1922
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Acting Actors Kate Katharine Laurence Leading Olivier Role Shakespeare Shakespearean Shrew Taming 1922
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing a captivating addition to your home or office decor – the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring Sir Laurence Olivier in his first leading Shakespearian role as Katharine in Taming of the Shrew. This rare and intriguing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the legendary actor at the tender age of 15, performing at All Saints Choir School in London and Stratford-on-Avon in April 1922. Relive the magic of Olivier's early beginnings in the world of theatre with this stunning, rights-managed print. A perfect conversation starter and an inspiring reminder of the extraordinary journey of one of the greatest actors in history.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.2cm x 31.4cm (8.3" x 12.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Sir Laurence Olivier, at just fifteen years old, made his mark in his first leading Shakespearean role as Kate in Taming of the Shrew at All Saints Choir School in Margaret Street, London, and Stratford-on-Avon, in April 1922. The young Olivier's performance left a lasting impression on the theatre community, with renowned actress Ellen Terry declaring that she had never seen Kate better played, even by a woman, except for Ada Rehan. Sybil Thorndike went even further, praising Olivier as 'really wonderful, the best Shrew I ever saw - a bad-tempered little bitch.' A fellow actor recalled, 'What I remember about his Kate was his complete naturalness.' In this portrait, the young Olivier is seen donning the traditional Elizabethan costume of the character, complete with a fiery expression and a defiant posture. The photograph offers a glimpse into the early beginnings of a career that would go on to define the art of acting in the 20th century. Sir Laurence Olivier would continue to captivate audiences with his powerful performances, earning him numerous accolades and cementing his place in the annals of theatre history.
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