The Vampire Lestat as you’ve never seen him before: Sam Reid’s new stage role
Sam Reid is returning to the stage after a 10-year absence, taking over the role of Father Flynn in the Sydney Theatre Company's production of Doubt: A Parable following Sam Worthington's withdrawal for personal reasons. Known for his screen roles in The Newsreader and Interview With The Vampire, Reid expresses both excitement and fear about the challenge of live theatre. He hopes the experience will help him grow as an actor, embracing the ambiguity and moral complexity central to the play.
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