John Shrapnel

John Shrapnel, born in Birmingham and brought up in Manchester, joined the National Theatre (under Laurence Olivier) playing many classical roles, including Banquo and Orsino. With the Royal Shakespeare Company he has appeared in classical reek theater as well as numerous Shakespearean plays. His television work varies from Vanity Fair and Stoppard's Professional Foul to Inspector Morse and Hornblower. Films include Nicholas and Alexandra, One Hundred and One Dalmations, and the role of Gaius in Gladiator. He has narrated several audiobooks as well.