John Bowman (actor) facts for kids

John Bowman (born 1651, died 1739) was a British actor who performed on stage. He started his acting career with a group called the Duke's Company. They performed at the Dorset Garden Theatre. In 1692, he married Elizabeth Watson, who was also an actress. She was known as Elizabeth Bowman on stage. Later, he moved to act at another famous theatre, the Drury Lane Theatre. Sometimes, his name was spelled a bit differently, like John Boman.

His Many Roles on Stage

John Bowman played many different characters during his long career. He performed in plays by famous writers of his time, like Aphra Behn, John Dryden, and Thomas D'Urfey. He took on roles in various types of plays, from comedies to serious dramas. Some of the plays he acted in include The Counterfeit Bridegroom, Troilus and Cressida, and Love for Love. He continued acting for many years, showing his talent in a wide range of performances.