Johnston Forbes-Robertson
English actor and theater manager
Born
January 16th, 1853
172 years ago
Died
1937
88 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1853, an English actor and theater manager emerged as one of the leading figures in the theatrical world during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Renowned for Shakespearean roles, he gained acclaim for performances in productions such as 'Hamlet' and 'Othello'. As a theater manager, he significantly influenced the development of the English stage, notably through his leadership at the Lyceum Theatre in London, where he staged numerous successful plays and established new standards in theatrical production and performance. His contribution to theater included distinguishing productions and innovations that shaped the direction of modern English theater.
Performed 'Hamlet' at the Lyceum Theatre
Managed the Lyceum Theatre in London
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