Laurence Olivier

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Laurence Olivier born?May 22, 1907
2. When did Laurence Olivier die?July 11, 1989 (age 82)
3. Where was Laurence Olivier born?Dorking, Surrey, England
4. What is the key theatrical directorships?Old Vic (co-director, 1940s), National Theatre (founding director, 1963-1973)
5. What is the notable film directorial works?Henry V (1944), Hamlet (1948), Richard III (1955)
6. Who was Laurence Olivier?Laurence Olivier was a famous British actor and director born in 1907. He was known for playing kings, villains, and heroes on stage and screen.

Repertory Company: A theatre company that performs a rotating repertoire of plays, often with a resident ensemble of actors.
Actor-Manager: A theatre actor who also manages the business and artistic aspects of a production or company.
Cinematic Interpretation: Adapting a story or play for film in a way that uses the unique visual and narrative tools of cinema.