Arthur Brough

Biography

Arthur Brough was a British actor and theatre founder, producer, and director who graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1928. He is best known for his portrayal of Ernest Grainger on the BBC sitcom Are You Being Served?, which ran from 1972 to 1985. Prior to his acting career, Brough co-founded several repertory theatre companies, including The Arthur Brough Players, and also worked as a solicitor's office employee.