Peter Barkworth

Biography

Born: Peter Wynn Barkworth January 14, 1929 in Margate, Kent, England, UK Died: October 21, 2006 (age 77) in London, England, UK (broncho-pneumonia following a stroke) Birth Name Peter Wynn Barkworth Trivia Also teacher at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London and author of several books on acting. He was on the Council of RADA. Taught Anthony Hopkins at RADA, later acted with his student in International Velvet (1978). Taught Simon Ward at RADA. Went to RADA with Robert Shaw and Theodore Bikel. His father was a sales manager in the motor trade. While attending school in Stockport, he began acting with the Frank H. Fortescue weekly repertory company. Was the author of several books about acting. His favorite hobby was gardening.

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