Mark Kilsby Interest and work in theatre, Part 3 of 6 - Manawatu Conversations

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Part 3 of 6. Mark Kilsby performed in 18 consecutive Summer Shakespeare productions. 
 He developed a deep love for Shakespeare from childhood. 
 He also acted in Shakespeare plays at Centrepoint Theatre. 
 Outdoor performances required strong vocal projection and preparation. 
 He eventually stepped back from Summer Shakespeare with sadness. 
 At age 80 he remains active and exercises regularly. 
 He works out at the gym five times each week. 
 He joined improv partly to help keep his mind active. 
 Mark also worked with a Wellington theatrical agent. 
 He appeared in the New Zealand film Second Hand Wedding. 
 He acted alongside Dame Kate Harcourt in that movie. 
 He enjoyed meeting interesting people through theatre and film work.

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Date

July 7, 2026

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COMM1793512621