Avant-garde playwright and theater director Robert Wilson passed away at 83 in his Water Mill, New York home. His death, following a brief illness, was confirmed by his estate executor. Wilson, known for his innovative lighting and stage design, collaborated with renowned artists like Philip Glass and Lady Gaga. His career spanned decades, highlighted by groundbreaking works such as the five-hour opera "Einstein on the Beach." Wilson's unique approach to theater focused on the expansion of time and the beauty of everyday actions.

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