William Barrymore (stage actor)

From Justapedia, unleashing the power of collective wisdom
Jump to navigation Jump to search

William Barrymore

William Barrymore (1759–1830) was a British stage actor. Originally from Taunton he was part of a company of strolling players in the West Country, and was acting at Plymouth in 1780. He first appeared at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in 1782, the under the management of Richard Sheridan, and became a long-standing member of the company.[1] He is also the namesake of the famed Barrymore family

Selected roles

References

  1. ^ Highfill, Burnim & Langhams p.355-58

Bibliography

  • Highfill, Philip H, Burnim, Kalman A. & Langhans, Edward A. A Biographical Dictionary of Actors, Actresses, Musicians, Dancers, Managers, and Other Stage Personnel in London, 1660-1800: Abaco to Belfille. SIU Press, 1973.