Jack Birkett
Jack Birkett | |
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in Jubilee (1978) | |
| Born | 11 June 1934 Leeds, England |
| Died | 10 May 2010 (aged 75) London, England |
| Other names | Orlando The Incredible Orlando |
| Years active | 1951–1990s |
Jack Birkett (11 June 1934 – 10 May 2010) was a British dancer, mime artist, actor and singer, best known for his work on stage as a member of Lindsay Kemp's theatre company, and in the films of Derek Jarman. He was often billed as Orlando or The Incredible Orlando. Most of his best-known work was done when he was totally blind.