St Genesius
deity Catholic single tradition · 1
St Genesius is considered the patron of actors and acting societies, including those that assist actors. As the patron saint of epilepsy, many thus afflicted turn to him for his help. Because he is associated with stagecraft, Genesius is also venerated by stage magicians and illusionists.
When
- Attested period
- 0 – 2020
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wikipedia (1)
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“The veneration of St Genesius continues today, and the actor-martyr is considered the patron of actors and acting societies, including those that assist actors. The British Catholic Stage Guild regards him as their patron saint, and the Shrine of St. Genesius in Saint Malachy's Roman Catholic”
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