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Alec Baldwin, who has garnered acclaim for his versatile performances across stage, film, and television, was notably recognized for his role in "A Streetcar Named Desire" with a Tony nomination in 1992, and has since continued to captivate audiences, including his memorable portrayal of Donald Trump on "Saturday Night Live," which earned him his third Emmy award in 2017. more...

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Christine Baranski, a highly decorated actress with a career spanning stage and screen, won her first Tony Award for her role in Tom Stoppard’s hit Broadway comedy *The Real Thing*, directed by Mike Nichols. more...

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Ellen Barkin, who won a Tony Award for her Broadway debut in The Normal Heart in 2011, has had a diverse career spanning film, television, and stage, including her role in the off-Broadway play Extremities, where she played one of the roommates to Susan Sarandon's character. more...

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Matthew Broderick, who recently starred in The Starry Messenger at Wyndham’s Theater in London’s West End, also graced Broadway with his performance in Plaza Suite, and in 2018, he captivated audiences in The Seafarer at the Irish Repertory Theater and The Closet at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. more...

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Melissa Errico, celebrated for her Broadway roles including Eliza Doolittle in "My Fair Lady" and her performance in Kurt Weill's "One Touch of Venus," brought her multifaceted talent to "Short Talks on the Universe," showcasing her versatility beyond the stage and into the realm of thought-provoking theater. more...

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Raúl Esparza, who captivated audiences as Riff Raff in The Rocky Horror Show and earned a Theatre World award for his performance, also brought his exceptional talent to the stage in Short Talks on the Universe. more...

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Halley Feiffer, a multi-nominated writer and actor, starred in the West Coast premiere of her play "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Gynecologic Oncology Unit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center of New York City" at the Geffen Playhouse in LA. more...

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Boyd Gaines, who recently starred alongside James Earl Jones and Vanessa Redgrave in the Broadway and West End productions of "Driving Miss Daisy," has an illustrious career that includes a Tony Award-winning performance in "Gypsy" with Patti LuPone and notable roles in productions such as "The Grand Manner" at Lincoln Center and "Journey’s End." more...

Cady Huffman, who originated the role of Ulla in Mel Brooks' Broadway musical The Producers and won a Tony Award for her performance, also starred in the Off-Broadway play Surface to Air in 2007, showcasing her versatility in a rare dramatic role. more...

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Patricia Kalember, known for her extensive New York credits including "Losing Louie" and "The Foreigner" (Outer Critics Circle nominee), brought her talent to the stage in "Short Talks on the Universe," highlighting her diverse experience from Broadway to regional theaters like Westport Playhouse and Berkshire Theatre Festival. more...

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Kevin Kline, a versatile actor known for his seamless transition between theatre and film, was most recently seen on Broadway in the 2017 revival of *Present Laughter*, where he portrayed the role of Garry Essendine. more...

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Tony Kushner, renowned for his Pulitzer Prize-winning play Angels In America, brought his acclaimed writing to the stage in Short Talks on the Universe, showcasing his exceptional talent that has earned him numerous prestigious awards including Tony Awards and an Emmy. more...

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Angela Lansbury, renowned for her unparalleled career spanning over 75 years, captivated audiences in "Short Talks on the Universe" after a storied history that included her Tony Award-winning performances in Broadway classics like "Mame" and "Sweeney Todd," as well as her iconic role in the long-running TV series "Murder, She Wrote." more...

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Kathleen McNenny, known for her Broadway roles in Larry David’s *Fish in the Dark* and *An Enemy of the People*, has also graced the stage in regional productions like *Outside Mullingar* and *Our Town*, and appeared on television in series such as “The Blacklist” and “The Good Wife.” more...

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Bette Midler, who won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her role in "Hello, Dolly!," made her Broadway debut in "Fiddler on the Roof" and has had a storied career that includes her iconic performance in "Short Talks on the Universe." more...

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