Richard Moore (actor)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| Richard Moore | |
|---|---|
| Born | Burnley, Lancashire, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1960s–present |
Richard Moore (born 1934) is an English actor known for playing Jarvis Skelton on ITV's Emmerdale from 2002-2005.
Contents |
[edit] Early and personal life
Moore was born in 1940, and lived in Burnley, Lancashire during his early life. He initially worked as a photographer for the Burnley Express,[1] while being involved with amateur dramatic groups, one of which included Malcolm Hebden, called The Highcliffe Players.[2] He went on to train at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Early TV appearances were in the first series of 'The Likely Lads,' with James Bolan and Rodney Bewes. Moore is a keen Burnley F.C. supporter, even sneaking club paraphernalia onto the Emmerdale set.[3]
[edit] Acting career
After Drama School, Moore spent more than 10 years with The Royal Shakespeare Company.[4]
-
This list is incomplete; you can help by expanding it.
Television
- Emmerdale (2002–2005) as Jarvis Skelton, Series Regular
- McCallum (1997–1998) as Sir Paddy Penfold, Series Regular
- Band of Gold (1995–1996) as Curly, Series Regular
- Coronation Street (1984) as George Hepworth in 2 episodes
- Z-Cars (1964) as Alan Barnes in the Episode "I Mean... Where Does It Stop?"
Film
- Blue Juice (1995) as Smuggler FM's Dad
- The Offence (1973) as Garrett
Stage
- As You Like It (1968) RSC production at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
- A Midsummer's Night Dream (1972) RSC production at the Aldwych Theatre
[edit] References
- ^ This is Lancashire (news archive) Accessed 2010
- ^ Lancashire Telegraph Accessed 2010
- ^ Pendle Today Accessed 2010
- ^ Lancashire Telegraph Accessed 2010
[edit] External links
  |
This article about an English television actor or actress is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
 |
This article about a British television actor born in the 1930s is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
