Henry Irving
English stage actor of the Victorian era (1838-1905) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Sir Henry Irving?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
For other people named Henry Irving, see Henry Irving (disambiguation).
Sir Henry Irving (6 February 1838 ā 13 October 1905), christened John Henry Brodribb, sometimes known as J. H. Irving, was an English stage actor in the Victorian era, known as an actor-manager because he took complete responsibility (supervision of sets, lighting, direction, casting, as well as playing the leading roles) for season after season at the West End's Lyceum Theatre, establishing himself and his company as representative of English classical theatre. In 1895 he became the first actor to be awarded a knighthood, indicating full acceptance into the higher circles of British society.
This article needs additional citations for verification. (August 2022) |
Quick Facts Sir, Born ...
Henry Irving | |
---|---|
Born | John Brodribb[lower-alpha 1] (1838-02-06)6 February 1838 Keinton Mandeville, Somerset, England |
Died | 13 October 1905(1905-10-13) (aged 67) Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
Resting place | Westminster Abbey |
Other names | J. H. Irving |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1856ā1905 |
Spouse | Florence O'Callaghan |
Children | Harry Brodribb Irving Laurence Irving |
Signature | |
Close