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Richard Griffiths Replaces Michael Gambon in Bennett's Habit of Art in London

Opening is Nov. 17. According to a press statement from the National Theatre, Gambon "has sadly had to withdraw due to minor ill health for which he needs some time to rest." Full Article at Playbill

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  1. A Tony winner for his role in Alan Bennett's "The History Boys," Richard Griffiths has stepped into the writer's new play "The Habit of Art" at London's National Theater, following Michael Gambon's departure from the production due to health issues. Full Article at Variety

  2. Gambon, right, with Alex Jennings, who will now star alongside Richard Griffiths in The Habit of Art. Full Article at Guardian Unlimited

  3. Page last updated at 15:44 GMT, Friday, 2 October 2009 16:44 UK The play is due to open at the Lyttelton Theatre on 5 November Actor Sir Michael Gambon has been forced to pull out of a star role in Alan Bennett's new play after being advised to... Full Article at BBC News

  4. 02/10/2009 - 16:05:07 Michael Gambon today pulled out of a new high-profile Alan Bennett play after being ordered to rest, but joked: “I’m temporarily not firing on all cylinders.” The 'Harry Potter' star was due to appear in Bennett’s forthcoming... Full Article at Irish Examiner

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