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Charles Loyen (1969-2026), director of De Trap, lived for his theatre school: ‘He spent his holidays painting the classrooms’

Charles Loyen (1969-2026), director of De Trap, lived for his theatre school: ‘He spent his holidays painting the classrooms’

Charles Loyen, the 57-year-old director of the Amsterdam acting school De Trap, has died after leading the institution for fifteen years. He is remembered for his deep personal commitment to the school, having guided it through difficult times and maintaining its operations.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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