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"Some of these kids might go on to play for England one day - most of them will not - but I hope that the fun they've had here will keep them playing, whatever level."
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Maza played for Germany up to under-20 level before deciding to play for Algeria in 2024.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
His first Tony win came for best featured actor in a play for his 1972 Broadway debut in “The Changing Room.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Lithgow won best performance by an actor in a leading role in a play for his portrayal of the controversial, beloved British author Roald Dahl in Mark Rosenblatt’s poignant drama “Giant,” directed by Nicholas Hytner.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Arobynn Hamel made her play for him whenever they saw each other.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
