Jimmy Asser

Jimmy Asser was an actor.

Born in England, he was on stage since he was five years old. This led to a promising career in legitimate and variety theatre in England, but his career was interrupted by World War II, for which he volunteered.

After being invalidated out in 1941, he became a drama teacher for the London County Council and produced many successful children's show.

Contribution to South African theatre, film, media and performance

He played the role of "Private Albert Huggins" in Victor Melleney's production of The Amorous Prawn at the Alexander Theatre in September 1961.

Sources

Alexander Theatre program of the run of The Amorous Prawn in September 1961, no. 154.

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