Memorial Service to Be Held for Country Music's Jeff Carsonby BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022After a successful career in country music, including several chart-topping songs, Officer Jeff Carson joined the Franklin Police Department on May 27, 2008. During his tenure with the FPD, Carson earned six commendations, a Chief’s Award for Excellence, and was recently promoted to Police Officer-2
Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin Dead at 43 From Russian Shellingby BWW News Desk - March 19, 2022According to People, the Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin has died from injuries related to a Russian shelling. The star passed away at the age of 43 after a three-week struggle in the hospital. He passed away in the hospital. His funeral was held in Kyviv yesterday, March 18th. Stage and Screen Actor William Hurt Dies at 71by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2022While best known for his roles in film, Hurt got his start on the stage in the 1970s. He appeared on Broadway in Hurlyburly in 1984, for which he was nominated for a Tony Award. Hurt also performed in various off-Broadway productions including Henry V, Fifth of July, Richard II and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Singer and Actress Traci Braxton Has Died at Age 50by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2022Singer and actress Traci Braxton has passed away this morning from cancer. She was fifty years old. Braxton had esophageal cancer and spent the past year in hospice care. Traci Braxton frequently appearance on “Braxton Family Values,' the family's reality television show. She starred alongside her siblings Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar and Michael. Braxton also supported charities that aided women and children.
Mary John, Founder of Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Passes Away at 96by BWW News Desk - March 7, 2022Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced of the passing of its founder Mary John (1925-2022). Born in Green Bay, WI Mary forged a plan to create a professional theater for the city of Milwaukee and established Drama Inc, now Milwaukee Repertory Theater, in 1954. GAME OF THRONES Actor John Stahl Dead at 68by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2022According to a Deadline article, actor John Stahl's agent has confirmed the 68 year old celebrity has died. According to his agent, he died on March 2nd. The actor was known for his role in HBO's smash hit, Game of Thrones. He portrayed Rickard Karstark in seasons 2 and 3, acting alongside Richard Madden in many scenes and claiming the role from the original season 1 Rickard Karstark actor, Steven Blount.
Actor and Musician Johnny Brown Has Died at 84by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2022According to a Deadline article, Broadway veteran, musician, and screen actor Johnny Brown has died from unreleased causes. The news was announced in an Instagram post by his daughter, Sharon Catherine Brown. She stated, 'Our family is devastated. Devastated. Devastated. Beyond heartbroken. Barely able to breathe.'
Award-Winning Costume and Set Designer Tony Walton Dies at 87by Marissa Tomeo - March 3, 2022According to a Deadline article, acclaimed costume and set designer Tony Walton has passed away at the age of 87. He died on March 2nd from issues related to a stroke. Bridget LeRoy, his stepdaughter, released the news of his death on Facebook, writing, “A fond and loving farewell to the most fabulous stepdad and human being in the world. Love you forever, Tony Walton. Have a great trip.”
Playwright Arthur Giron Dies at 85by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2022BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright Arthur Giron passed away February 2, 2022. He co-wrote the Broadway musical Amazing Grace (2015) with Christopher Smith. Broadway Stage Manager Alan Hall Dies at 85by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022Hall served as Production Stage Manager for several Broadway shows, beginning with Beyond the Fringe in 1962. Other notable productions include Promises, Promises; Private Lives; The Misanthrope; Sweeney Todd; Camelot; Much Ado About Nothing; Cyrano de Bergerac; Chess; Damn Yankees; and many more. Playwright Kenneth H. Brown Dies at Age 86by BWW News Desk - February 9, 2022BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright Kenneth H. Brown has died at age 86. Brown is a playwright, actor, director and producer who has been active in theatre since 1971. He is best known for his play The Brig, based on his experiences as a U.S. Marine. Carleton Carpenter, Stage and Screen Actor, Passes Away at 95by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022Carleton Upham Carpenter, Jr. (95) an American film, television and stage actor, songwriter, and novelist died Monday, January 31, 2022 in Warwick, NY. He had been in declining health for some years. Emmy-Winner Louie Anderson Dies at 68by Michael Major - January 21, 2022Anderson was known for his Emmy-winning role as Christine Baskets, mother of Zach Galifianakis on the FX series Baskets. He also won two Daytime Emmys for his role in Fox's Life With Louie in 1997 and 1998. French Actor Gaspard Ulliel Passes Away at 37by Michael Major - January 19, 2022Ulliel lead Joe Orton's play Entertaining Mr Sloane on stage at the Comédie des Champs-Élysées in 2012. He had also appeared in Lars Norén's Démons at the Théâtre du Rond-Point Paris, under the direction of Marcial Di Fonzo Bo. Everett Lee, First African American Broadway Conductor, Dies at 105by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that conductor Everett Lee has died at age 105. Lee became the first African-American conductor to lead a production on Broadway in 1945's On The Town. He was also among the first Black conductors to lead a major opera company, conducting the New York City Opera's production of Verdi's 'La Traviata' in 1955. Playwright and Theatre Professor Paul Carter Harrison Dies at 85by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright and theatre professor, Paul Carter Harrison, has died at 85.While teaching at California State University, Sacramento (1970–1972), Harrison conceived and directed Melvin Van Peebles’ “Ain’t Supposed To Die a Natural Death” prior to its Broadway production, and wrote his play The Great MacDaddy which was produced by the Negro Ensemble Company in 1973, and won an Obie Award.
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