Janet, a renowned actress, was born on October 10, 1931, in the vibrant city of Birmingham. She embarked on a prestigious acting career, training at the esteemed Birmingham Repertory School, and subsequently performed in various repertory groups across the British Isles. In 1968, she made her debut with the Royal Shakespeare Company, a milestone that marked the beginning of a long and fruitful association with the esteemed organization. Janet remained with the company until 1976, before returning for a remarkable seven-year stint in 1995.
During her illustrious career, Janet had the privilege of working under the guidance of the acclaimed director Ronald Eyre, who helmed a production of 'London Assurance' featuring the talented Judi Dench and Donald Sinden. Her extensive body of work also includes performances with the National Theatre, where she appeared in productions such as 'The Life of Galileo' alongside the esteemed Michael Gambon and 'Hedda Gabler' starring the talented Juliet Stevenson.
In her later years, Janet continued to hone her craft, working at the Royal and Derngate in Northampton. Although she made relatively few film appearances, her final role was as a memorable 'cary old lady' in the 2012 blockbuster 'Snow White and the Huntsman'. A skilled bridge player in her leisure time, Janet passed away on July 14, 2015. Throughout her life, she remained unmarried, dedicating herself to her passion for acting and her numerous artistic pursuits.
