Templeton, John, 1802 - 1886
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1802 - 1886
Biography
A Scotsman who holds the title of being the first tenor to play at the famous Drury Lane and Covent Garden theatres in London. He was born in Kilmarnock and made his stage debut at Worthing in 1828. He went on a tour of America as part of the “Templeton Entertainment” show. He retired in 1852.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
'Self Accusation' or 'A Brother's Love'; 'No!!!'; 'Waterman' Playbill, 1841
Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/50
Scope and Contents
Performed on Monday 24 May 1841 at Theatre, Sheffield.
Dates:
1841