Actor Tibor Ács Has Died

It is with deep sadness that Szigligeti Theatre Oradea announces the passing of actor TIBOR ÁCS, at the age of 74, after a long illness.

His colleagues and all those who wish to say their last goodbyes will have a chance to do so on Tuesday, the 14th of March, at 12.30 pm, at his catafalque in the theatre's foyer. Funeral services will begin at 2 pm, in Rulikowski Cemetery. Szigligeti Theatre mourns the loss of one of its own.

Tibor Ács was born in Oradea, in 1943. He graduated the local Premontrei high school, and after studying architecture, he turned towards acting. He graduated Szentgyörgyi István Acting School in 1972, in Târgu Mureş, then, at first, worked in Satu Mare, serving and entertaining the town's audiences. In 1977, he returned home, to Oradea. He was an Oradean to the core. He adored his hometown, he adored Szigligeti Theatre and its audience. Throughout his 31 year carreer, he played almost everything there was to play, from Lumpáciusz Vagabundusz (in the play by Jenő Heltai), to Leapkin-Teapkin in Gogol's The Government Inspector. He was one of the most prolific and most beloved actors, especially in the 80's and 90's. Besides his dramatic roles, he was particularly great in comedies and musicals. His most memorable role remains Tevye in the musical The Fiddler on the Roof, but he was excellent also as Hugh in Brian Friel's drama Translations, or as Chebutykin in Three Sisters. He was loved by his audience for his unique sense of humour, but also for his open and friendly character.

His illness tore him off his adored stage, he never made it to the premiere of his latest role. He was ill for ten years, but he never broke away from the theatre, clinging on selflessly. He will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace!