Paul Kligman

Paul Kligman a Winnipegborn actor displayed remarkable versatility in Canadian entertainment His career spanned various CBC radio and TV productions encompassing both comedic and serious roles across stages in Vancouver and Toronto Graduating from the University of Manitoba he delved into radio and stage production for the RCAF Relocating to Toronto in 1949 Kligman excelled in musical comedy and TV mastering diverse roles from villains to distinctive characters His fluency in dialects and multiple languages coupled with his Jewish heritage enriched his performances Beyond comedy he contributed to dramatic productions like Socrates at the Jupiter Theater and Wayne and Shusters shows He embraced the uniqueness of radio and TV finding joy in a wide range of roles including Mayor McTaggart in Jake and The Kid Offstage he indulged in gardening and Jewish folklore aspiring to explore copper artwork Despite his varied talents he emphasized the commitment demanded in acting reflecting on the differences between TV and radio performances Kligmans mastery of dialects and character roles alongside his distinctive Canadian voice set him apart in both documentary and dramatic settings leaving an enduring legacy in Canadian entertainment