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  "path": "/2026/04/08/chicago-theaters-cut-ties-with-jeff-awards-after-director-accused-of-abuse-honored/",
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  "textContent": "The 15 theaters said they no longer want to be associated with the organization after it gave an award to Invictus Theatre director Charles Askenaizer, who was accused of emotional abuse and harassment. He has denied the allegations.",
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