John Brunton (scenic artist)
John Brunton | |
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Portrait of John Brunton, published in 1909. | |
| Born | John Brunton 15 May 1849 |
| Died | 22 July 1909 (aged 60) Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation(s) | theatre scenic artist; artist |
| Spouse(s) | (1) Sarah Hotchkis (2) Cecily Christina Neilsen |
John Brunton (15 May 1849 – 22 July 1909) was a Scottish scenic artist who worked in theatres in Britain and Australia. Brunton was brought to Australia in 1886 by the theatrical partnership of Williamson, Garner and Musgrove. From about the mid-1890s he worked on productions by Bland Holt, known for his spectacular touring productions of melodramas and pantomimes. Brunton died in July 1909 in Sydney. He was the father of the popular actress, Dorothy Brunton.