SEASON TWO Episode Six: Charles Busch is a Leading Lady like no other!

ACT: a new podcast series with host Dawn A. Westbrook about the craft of acting, the art of directing and embracing the process

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Charles Busch is a creative genius! With his quick wit and hysterical way of weaving stories, he is that person who can make you laugh at times when you think you may never smile again. I have always loved comedians and interviewing Charles Busch was not unlike reading his book LEADING LADY: A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy - both were hysterical, informative, and yet extremely moving. I've loved Charles since 1984, he wasn't aware of HOW MUCH until I got to tell him during our interview. Busch is an award-winning actor and playwright who has entertained audiences for over 50 years. To this day, his 2001 Tony-nominated play, THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE, is my favorite comedy, and 24 years later, there hasn't been another to take its place. He has written over 21 plays, 4 screenplays, and 1 novel. (He is currently working on a murder mystery novel). He has received various Drama Desk nominations and career achievement awards. In 2023, he was honored with a special Drama Desk Award for career achievement as both a performer and a playwright. Busch also received the Flora Roberts Award for Sustained Achievement from the Dramatists Guild Foundation. Charles is a memorable cabaret performer, a comedian, and a masterful storyteller. Tomorrow night (November 18, 2024) at 7:00 p.m. in NYC at the historic Gershwin Theatre, Mr. Busch will be inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame. I am sure you join me in personally congratulating him on being recognized with such an esteemed honor as I can think of no one else who is more deserving. Please enjoy this fun interview. Finally, I want to say that I've always felt there is no greater person in the world than someone who can make you laugh. Charles Busch IS the person who can make you laugh a little louder, and smile a little bigger. And IF you're lucky enough to be in his presence (if even in a theatre for 2 hours) you'll feel like your life just got infinitely better.

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