This was news to Tboy, though apparently it may not be to all of you. From Helen Hayes boss Linda Levy Grossman, by way of the Stage Guild's Ann Norton and Wee Jane:
"Please know that our dear friend and colleague Jerry Whiddon [former artistic director at Round House Theatre] has experienced a small stroke, most likely triggered by a heart condition that he did not know he had until about 10 days ago. He was admitted to Holy Cross Hospital but went home late this afternoon.
"The damage has affected the back part of his brain that controls coordination. Cognitively he is fine - but his balance - with regard to walking and standing - has been affected.
"Jerry and his wife Jean are assured he will regain his balance over time with the help of physical and occupational therapy. There's good reason to hope that he should be ready to hit the boards again by Spring."
Grossman encourages everyone to "join us in sending love and good wishes to Jerry, Jean, and their family."
It's a sentiment Tboy heartily endorses. Jerry’s email address is j-whiddon AT comcast DOT net, and the postal address, if'n y'all wanna send something tangible (or even edible), is 1620 Chester Hill Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20906.
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