Farewell, Sir Patrick. You gave us so much. Thank you.
Jason Marlin, technical director:
Like many Gen Xers, I grew up loving the original Star Trek series. But The Next Generation held a special place in my heart. From the moment it premiered, I was captivated by the mind-bending concepts it explored. Jean-Luc Picard quickly became one of my favorite characters. I admired his intelligence, leadership, and moral integrity. He was the quintessential Starfleet captain, and he made balding cool in a way only Michael Jordan could rival.
Years later, I discovered what would become my favorite Patrick Stewart performance: his formidable portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge on Broadway and
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