CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Goodman Theater, which recently canceled the premiere run of "Pamplona" after lead actor Stacy Keach fell ill on stage, said Tuesday the venerated actor had suffered a mild heart attack.
The theater said that after a week of medical observation, they could confirm that Keach "experienced a mild heart attack during the May 30 opening night performance of 'Pamplona.'"
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The opening night was halted midway through the performance once it became apparent that Keach was struggling. He starred as Ernest Hemingway in the one-man 80-minute show.
Keach's doctors said the actor is expected to make a complete recovery following a period of rest and cardiac rehabilitation. The full run of "Pamplona" was cancelled last week, but the Goodman Theater said plans to reschedule the production are underway.
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"On behalf of Stacy Keach, his family and the Goodman, we would like to extend our gratitude for all of the generous support and concern shown to Stacy this past week. I remain awed by Stacy's courage and strength after experiencing such a disturbing event; his spirits are high and he is resting and recovering comfortably," said Artistic Director Robert Falls.