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Charles Ludlam STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1978
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1978
Carleton Stone Jr.

[Off-Broadway]
1977
Carleton Stone Jr.

[Off-Broadway]
1975
Baron Khanazar von Bluebeard

[Off-Broadway]
1974
Carleton Stone Jr.

[Off-Broadway]
1974
Marguerite Gautier

[Off-Broadway]
1974
Buck Armstrong

[Off-Broadway]
1972
Paw Hatfield

Charles Ludlam Productions

 
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[Off-Broadway, 1978]
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[Off-Broadway, 1977]
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[Off-Broadway, 1977]
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[Off-Broadway, 1974]
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[Off-Broadway, 1974]
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[Off-Broadway, 1974]
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[Off-Broadway, 1972]
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Writing

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Charles Ludlam Awards and Nominations

Obie Awards - 1985 - Ensemble Performance

Charles LudlamThe Mystery of Irma Vep

The Hewes Awards - 1985 - Scenic Design

Charles LudlamThe Mystery of Irma Vep

Obie Awards - 1977 - Special Citations

Charles Ludlam, Der Ring Gott Farblonjet

Obie Awards - 1975 - Special Citations

Charles LudlamProfessor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show

Obie Awards - 1970 - Citations

Charles LudlamThe Ridiculous Theatrical Company

Charles Ludlam Videos

Charles Ludlam News


TWISTED World Premiere Begins Tonight at Theater for the New City

Theater for the New City's world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's TWISTED, a campy comedy with songs, directed by Joe John Battista, with original music by Peter W. Dizozza, begins performances tonight and runs through October 15, 2023. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Interview: Gordon Greenberg's DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Brings a New Perspective to the Iconic Vampire Tale

Dive into an exclusive interview with Gordon Greenberg as he shares insights into the reimagining of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors, currently playing Off-Broadway. Discover the origins of the show, and learn how Greenberg is bringing this hyper-theatrical production to life.

Axis Theatre Company to Present the World Premiere of Edgar Oliver's RIP TIDE in October

Axis Theatre Company will present Rip Tide, a new play written and performed by Edgar Oliver that takes audiences back to where it all began for the New York City icon. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Bristol Riverside Theatre Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP 

The mainstage season at Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) (120 Radcliffe  Street, Bristol, PA 19007) kicks off with the iconic Charles Ludlam comedy-camp-suspense-satire play The  Mystery of Irma Vep. The title is a nod to the 1915 French movie serial Les Vampires. Ludlam's cult  classic premieres on the BRT mainstage October 3 to 22.

TWISTED World Premiere Comes to Theater For The New City

Theater for the New City presents the world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's TWISTED, a dark comedy with songs, directed by Joe John Battista, with original music by Peter W. Dizozza, running September 28 - October 15, 2023. Previews begin on September 28 for a September 30 opening.

DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Begins Performances At New World Stages In September

Drew & Dane Productions presents Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen in a limited 18-week engagement, September 4 – January 7, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

TWELFTH NIGHT Filmed Live At The Wilma Theater to Stream This Summer

Digital theater trailblazer The Wilma Theater is offering a streaming version of its onstage production of TWELFTH NIGHT, available to view on demand through July 23.

DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Opens Off-Broadway In September

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen will run for a limited 18-week engagement, September 4 – January 7, at New World Stages.

Kevin Aviance, Linda Simpson & More to be Featured in LA MAMA'S SQUIRTS

Each year, La MaMa’s Squirts gathers the most exciting voices from New York City’s queer performance world across the generations. This year, confronting the nationwide legislative assault on trans people and drag performance, Squirts puts a heavy concentration into NYC’s drag and nightlife scenes from the 90s to today. 

ETERNAL LIFE PART 1 At The Wilma Theater Now Streaming

Digital theater pioneer the Wilma Theater is offering a streaming version of its onstage production ETERNAL LIFE PART 1, which was written by Nathan Alan Davis and directed by Morgan Green, who directed the world premiere digital production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning FAT HAM. The production will be available to view on demand from May 1-14.

The City Theatre Austin Present THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, April 28 - May 14

Mystery, murder, and mayhem is the entertainment choice of the spring theatre season! And this time it's complete with Nazi saboteurs, secret passageways, flickering lights, and well, the blizzard of the century.

freeFall's Tandem Series Presents A One-Night Only Concert With The Hilarious Varla Jean Merman, March 3

International drag chanteuse Varla Jean Merman is a woman on the verge of a nervous breakdown! After the craziest time in memory, the loosest gal in town is at loose ends. What's a distressed diva to do? Tease her hair, steal someone's Ativan, and get on with the show, of course!

Actor and Director Everett Quinton Dies at 71

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and director Everett Quinton has died at age 71. Quinton was the founder and artistic director of the Ridiculous Theatrical Company, and appeared in several productions there.

Randy Sharp's WASHINGTON SQUARE to Return to Axis Theatre in March

Axis Theatre Company will present a return engagement of Washington Square, a contemporary take on Henry James’ novel.

Guillermo Calderón's KISS to be Presented at The Wilma Theater This Month

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia will present KISS, a daring play by Guillermo Calderón, on stage Jan. 31-Feb. 19, 2023.

Diversionary Theatre Announces Special Performances and Show Discussion Lineup For THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

Diversionary Theatre announced the lineup of special performances of The Mystery of Irma Vep and show discussions taking place before and after performances, as well as the pre-show and post-show events taking place in the Clark Cabaret & Bar.

Axis Theatre Company to Present SEVEN IN ONE BLOW, OR THE BRAVE LITTLE KID, Adapted From a Brothers Grimm Fairy Tale

Axis Theatre Company will present the 21st annual production of its beloved family holiday show, Seven in One Blow, or the Brave Little Kid. Adapted from the classic fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, this festive, interactive winter play runs December 2–18 and is written and directed by Axis Artistic Director Randy Sharp.

Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its production of The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam, co-directed by Diversionary Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow and Allison Spratt Pearce. The Mystery of Irma Vep will run December 1 - December 24 at Diversionary Theatre in University Heights. 

The Wilma Theater Presents SCHOOL PICTURES, On Stage November 2-20

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia will present the world premiere of SCHOOL PICTURES, a warmhearted and humorous portrait of modern high school life, told in musical snapshots of individual teenagers, on stage Nov. 2-20.

Theater for the New City Presents the World Premiere of COLD BLOODED

Theater for the New City presents the world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's COLD BLOODED, directed by Joe John Battista, running November 10 - 27, 2022. Previews begin November 10 for a November 12 opening.

Charles Ludlam FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Charles Ludlam has written 12 shows including Hot Ice (Playwright), Stage Blood (Playwright), The Ventriloquist's Wife (Conceiver), The Enchanted Pig (Playwright), Big Hotel (Playwright), Der Ring Gott Farblonjet (Bookwriter), Camille (Playwright), Bluebeard (Playwright), How to Write a Play (Playwright), Corn (Bookwriter), The Mystery of Irma Vep (Playwright), The Artificial Jungle (Playwright).

Charles Ludlam has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include nominations for Sustained Achievement and Ensemble Performance at the Obie Awards for his work in "The Mystery of Irma Vep." He was also nominated for Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards for the same production. Ludlam received Special Citations at the Obie Awards for his performances in "Der Ring Gott Farblonjet" and "Professor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show." Additionally, he received Distinguished Performances nominations at the Obie Awards for his roles in "Corn" and "Camille," as well as Citations for his work with The Ridiculous Theatrical Company.

Charles Ludlam has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include the Sustained Achievement award and the Ensemble Performance award at the Obie Awards for his work in "The Mystery of Irma Vep." He also received the Scenic Design award at The Hewes Awards for the same production. Ludlam received Special Citations at the Obie Awards for his work in "Der Ring Gott Farblonjet" and "Professor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show." Additionally, he was recognized with Distinguished Performances at the Obie Awards for his roles in "Corn" and "Camille," and received Citations for his work with The Ridiculous Theatrical Company.

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