John Thornton

John Thornton originated the roles of Mungojerrie and Macavity in the London Production of Cats. He was originally double cast to play Admetus and Macavity, but took over the role of Mungojerrie at the last minute when Les Saxon left the company.

Cats Credit
London - 05/1981 - Mungojerrie / Macavity

London - 05/1982 - Mungojerrie / Macavity

London - 12/1983 - Mungojerrie

Biography (1981)
John Thornton has worked extensively in television as both dancer and assistant choreographer on many shows including Bruce Forsyth, Shirley Bassey, Tommy Steele and Search for a Star series. His film credits include Monty Python and the Holy Grail. On stage he has appeared in No Trams to Lime Street, Danny La Rue Show and Tommy Steele Show. In cabaret he has worked in Monte Carlo, Tokyo and London. He has also toured Canada and USA with Old Tyme Music Hall.