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Dighton 1751-1814 NPG D10685 'Hamlet in Scotland', Stephen Kemble (1758-1822), published 1794 Actor, manager and writer, Stephen Kemble was the brother of John Philip Kemble, Charles Kemble and Sarah Siddons. After feuds over tenancy, and much criticism, Kemble finally took over the management of the Theatre Royal in Edinburgh, opening with a production of 'Hamlet' in January 1794; his brother John playing the lead role. Stephen Kemble's large girth is the focus of attention here; he eventually weighed over eighteen stone despite being only five feet nine inches tall. |
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