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“The theatre has always been to me a place where beautiful lies are told, and playwrighting the orchestration of platitudes around a central flaw in logic or a ridiculous idea. Acting — the disguise and impersonation — is an art of deception.”

Quote by Charles Ludlam

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Charles Ludlam
Charles Ludlam

Charles Ludlam, born on April 12, 1943, in New York, was a talented actor known for his innovative and humorous style in theater. He gained fame for his work in his self-written and directed comedy, 'The Queen of Queens,' which earned him a Tony Award nomination. Unfortunately, he passed away on May 28, 1987, due to complications from AIDS. more

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