Kate O'Mara spent much of her youth at the Kings theatre in Southsea, Hampshire, which was built by her great grandfather in 1907 and later run by her actor/manager grandparents. She loved theatre generally, and the Kings in particular. She performed here many times; we particularly remember her outstanding performances in The Taming of the Shrew and An Ideal Husband.
When the theatre was in its direst need in danger of being converted to a theme pub or, worse, demolished - Kate became a supporter of Akter (Action for Kings Theatre Restoration) and later, a patron of the rescued and rejuvenated theatre. I know Kate was delighted that her beloved theatre is going from strength to strength. We will miss her passion and enthusiasm.
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