John Banister (1760 - 1836)

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English actor, comedian and theatre manager. He first studied to be a painter, being admitted to the Royal Academy Schools 31 March 1777, but soon took to the stage.

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Born: 12 May 1760 in Deptford

Died: 7 November 1836

RA Schools student from 31 Mar 1777

Gender: Male

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