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Queen Victoria · Character

Charles Kean

Actor-manager who performed for the royal family.

minor

Also known as Mr. Charles Kean, old Kean

First appearance: iv marriage

Charles Kean shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Actor who performs Hamlet, praised by Victoria for his beautiful delivery and graceful actions.
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  • Extended Court and Historical Figures
  • Protagonist
  • Early Court Circle

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