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Quote by Tom Stoppard

“I like plays where people talk a lot. Conversation is sustained. Argument is sustained.”

Quote by Tom Stoppard

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Tom Stoppard is a renowned British playwright, born on July 3, 1937. His works are known for their witty dialogue and complex structure, with notable plays including 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead' and 'The Real Thing'. Stoppard has received multiple Tony Awards and Olivier Awards for his contributions to theatre. more

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