William Kempe was an English actor born in the late 16th century. He is best known for his work as a clown and comic actor in the plays of William Shakespeare. Kempe gained fame for his lively performances and ability to entertain audiences. He was a prominent figure in the theatrical scene of his time and is remembered for his contributions to early English drama.
"I enjoy being given a certain amount of freedom in order to interpret or to come up with stuff, but I do enjoy collaboration. I seek and thrive on projects where I am going to learn from the people I'm working with."
"I've learned the hard lesson that you can't pin your heart on anything until it's a completely done deal."
"I have had so many great moments, but I would have to say that dancing the Swan in 'Swan Lake' was such a unique and passionate experience for me. It was such bloody hard work, even at that very early age, that I would not want to try to replicate it again now."
"My background is somewhat unusual, as I trained to be a ballet dancer. I worked in the theatre for eight or nine years as a contemporary dancer. But as an actor one does read Shakespeare and does try to learn the classics."