“If one is not a living mockery of one's own ideals, one has set one's ideals too low.”
Quote by Charles Ludlam
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Ridiculous theatre: scourge of human folly : the essays and opinions of Charles Ludlam
This book features a compilation of Charles Ludlam's writings on Ridiculous theatre, a theatrical style he is credited with popularizing. The essays delve into Ludlam's perspectives on the nature of human folly and its representation in the performing arts. more
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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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