Gibson Kente (1932–2004) South African playwright; known as the Father of Black Theatre in South Africa. [183] Larry Kert (1930–1991) American Broadway performer; played in West Side Story and Company . [184] Charles Ludlam (1943–1987) American actor and playwright. [7] Jean-Louis Morin (1953–1995) Canadian choreographer and dancer [185] Willi Ninja (1961–2006) American dancer