An actor is an actor is an actor. The less personality an actor has off stage the better. A blank canvas on which to draw the characters he plays.
Arthur Lowe Quotes
Acting must be scaled down for the screen. A drawing room is a lot smaller than a theatre auditorium.
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| Birth: | 22nd September, 1915 |
| Death: | 15th April, 1982 |
| Nationality: | British |
| Profession: | Actor |
About
Arthur Lowe was born in Hayfield, Derbyshire. He was an English actor. His career spanned over thirty years, including starring roles in numerous theatre and television productions. He is best known for playing Captain George Mainwaring in the British sitcom Dad's Army from 1968 until 1977. He was nominated for seven BAFTAs, and became one of the most recognised faces on television. He played the character until 1966, while continuing film work. In 1968 he took up his most famous role, in Dad's Army, written by David Croft and Jimmy Perry. His success as this character led to considerable television and theatrical work, which put pressure on his health.
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