Stephen Kennedy facts for kids

Stephen Kennedy is an actor from Northern Ireland. He was born on June 17, 1970, in County Tyrone. He is well-known for his acting roles on radio, stage, and television.

Who is Stephen Kennedy?

Stephen Kennedy grew up with a love for hip hop culture. He was even a breakdancer with his friends Kevin 'Fangs' McCosker and Mark Tinney. He went to St. Colman's High School in Strabane. There, his teacher, Leo McBride, encouraged him to try acting. This encouragement helped him start his journey into the world of drama.

Acting Career Highlights

Stephen Kennedy is perhaps most famous for his role as Ian Craig in the BBC Radio 4 series The Archers. This radio show is very popular and has been on for a long time.

On Stage

Stephen has performed in many plays on stage. Some of his notable roles include:

• Tamburlaine in 2005
• The Birthday Party in 2006
• The Agent in 2007
• Mother Courage and her Children at The National Theatre in 2009

On TV and Film

You might have seen Stephen Kennedy in several television shows. These include:

• Ballykissangel
• Father Ted
• A Touch of Frost
• The Hanging Gale
• Making Waves
• The Lion King

He has also appeared in movies. He had a small part in Notes on a Scandal in 2006. He also played a main role in the movie version of The Agent in 2008.

Beyond Acting

In 2013, Stephen focused on improving his movement skills. He became especially interested in Flamenco, a type of Spanish dance and music.