After taking drama lessons he joined Frank Benson's touring company in 1897. He remained with Benson for five years, and made his London debut at the Lyceum in 1900, playing Sir Thomas Grey in Henry V.
After taking acting classes, he joined Frank Benson's touring company in 1897. He remained with Benson for five years and made his London debut at the Lyceum Theatre in 1900, playing Sir Thomas Grey in Henry V.