"Yet, like so many of the D'Oyly Carte principals, he makes up in enthusiasm what he lacks in vocal prowess."
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Stereo Review, Volume 39β (1977).
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John Reed (actor)
John Lamb Reed OBE (13 February 1916 β 13 February 2010) was an English actor, dancer and singer, known for his nimble performances in the comic leads of the Savoy Operas, particularly with the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company.
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