During the late 1950s he cemented his reputation as skilled comedy actor in a succession of stage roles, perhaps notably that of Arthur Groomkirby in N. F. Simpson's 'Theatre of the Absurd' play One Way Pendulum.
In the late 1950s, he established himself as an accomplished comedic performer by portraying Arthur Groomkirby in N. F. Simpson's absurdist play "One Way Pendulum," a role that stood out among his stage performances.