Mr Rainford
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Mr Rainford (fl 1860s) was an American singer, musician and actor.
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Biography
Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance
A member of the "original" Christy Minstrels that visited South Africa in 1862, he was apparently excellent on the violincello.
The company's successful appearances had a huge impact on popular entertainment in Cape Town and the country during the 19th century.
Sources
F.C.L. Bosman. 1980. Drama en Toneel in Suid-Afrika, Deel II, 1856-1916. Pretoria: J.L. van Schaik: pp. 139-140.
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