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Wesley Balk

1932 – 2003

American theatre director

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About Wesley Balk

Lived 1932 – 2003 (aged 70). Wesley Balk was a theatre director.

H. Wesley Balk (October 31, 1932 – March 21, 2003) was an American performance theorist/coach and stage director. He was artistic director of the Minnesota Opera for almost twenty years, where he directed several world premieres, including Conrad Susa's Transformations.

He authored several books on performance, including The Complete Singer-Actor and The Radiant Performer.

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Who was Wesley Balk?

American theatre director (1932–2003)

When was Wesley Balk born?

Wesley Balk was born on 31 October 1932.

When did Wesley Balk die?

Wesley Balk died on 21 March 2003.

What was Wesley Balk's occupation?

Wesley Balk was a theatre director.

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· Wikipedia: Wesley Balk

· Wikidata: Q7983844

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