Subject

Laurence Olivier

Person   Born 22/5/1907 Died 11/7/1989

Categories: Cinema, Seriously Famous, Theatre

Born Dorking, Surrey. With his wife Vivien Leigh, he managed the St James's Theatre from 1950 to its closure in 1957. Founding Director of the National Theatre, 1963 - 1973. Baron Olivier of Brighton.

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Laurence Olivier statue

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St James's Theatre - Olivier relief

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St James's Theatre - SWET

Theatreland - heart of the performing arts in London. St James's Theatre O...

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