About Eric Woodburn
Lived 1894 – 1981 (aged 87). Eric Woodburn was a British actor and television actor.
Eric Woodburn (né Eric Melville Reis; 9 March 189425 October 1981) was a Scottish stage, film and television actor. Prior to this he had a long career on the stage and was also a noted baritone singer.
His most important role was as Doctor Alexander Snoddie in Doctor Finlay's Casebook. He also played the father of Lance Corporal Jones in the Museum Piece episode of Dad's Army.
Theatre Year Title Role Company Director Notes 1948 Ane Satyre of the Thrie Estaites a bishop The Glasgow Citizens' Theatre Tyrone Guthrie, Moultrie Kelsall play by Sir David Lyndsay, adapted by Robert Kemp
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Who was Eric Woodburn?
Scottish actor (1894-1981)
When was Eric Woodburn born?
Eric Woodburn was born on 9 March 1894 in Glasgow.
When did Eric Woodburn die?
Eric Woodburn died on 25 October 1981 in London.
What was Eric Woodburn's occupation?
Eric Woodburn was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was Eric Woodburn?
Eric Woodburn was British.
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