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HUGH LAURIE - LAURIE SWEARS OFF STAGE RETURN
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LAURIE SWEARS OFF STAGE RETURN
HOUSE star HUGH LAURIE has vowed never to return to the stage - after fearing he was losing his mind performing in a play.
The British actor has only ever appeared in one stage production, Gasping in London's West End in the 1990s.
But he was driven to despair reciting the same lines night after night - and made a solemn promise not to put himself through the experience again.
He says, "I couldn't do it again. I actually started to have out-of-body experiences and it was really very frightening. I would sort of lean my body and float around the upper circle and sit next to people and eat their crisps. It was really strange.
"It was actually quite frightening. I really did think I was losing my mind. I just thought this is what stage actors do - this is something you have to go through. It isn't normal - it can't be normal."
09 June 2009 01:32
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Regarding you Broadway stint, we realize your family is still coming into their
own and that you need to spend time with your family....how selfish of me (your
fans) to think you can commit to Broadway, given your family responsibilities
at this time....you need this rare time with your family as you well
know.....perhaps, later down the road Broadway awaits you Beautiful
Hugh!......It is amazing you are doing all that you are and having a family to
care for! You are a wonderful person and family man!
With most regards!
Hi Hugh,
Can completely understand your stage concerns as you are a perfectionist and
ultimate professional getting everything just right.....
I, for one, cannot get up in front of anyone..I give actors such credit for
what they do to entertain us, especially you, being in virtually every scene
with 'House'....you must have a great exercise/vitamin/healthy food regimen to
keep yourself going...........
With that said, perhaps with all of your hard earned timeless hours working,
you can entertain the thought of appearing on Broadway... and be more
comfortable with this venue at this point in your life, as opposed to earlier
years......(perhaps your next 2010 break?)
Just speaking from a fan and, I am sure, others agree that we would be so
honored if you appeared on Broadway, and appreciate every minute of your gifted
presentation to us!
PLEASE RECONSIDER!!!!!!!
Understand, if not, but wanted to get thoughts out there....Thank you for
entertaining us with so many hours of your time!!!!!
With much appreciation!

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