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Penelope Keith on knowing her Shakespeare
The actress Penelope Keith was cast away by Roy Plomley in 1976.
The actress Penelope Keith, who died earlier this year, was cast away by Roy Plomley in 1976.
She became best known for her roles in the 麻豆社 sitcoms The Good Life and To the Manor Born, but Penelope Keith began her career in repertory theatre. In 1963, she joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, getting notices as a very enthusiastic 16th citizen in Julius Caesar.
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