William J Shakespeare
- Jacksonville, FL
- Historical Character
- 16 miles from Jacksonville Beach
Shakespeare performer and impersonator. One-person Shakespeare show and talkback for schools. Acting Shakespeare workshops.
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Shakespeare performer and impersonator. One-person Shakespeare show and talkback for schools. Acting Shakespeare workshops.
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