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Musician Matthew Seligman, Bassist For David Bowie and The Camera Club, Has Died Due to Complications With Coronavirus
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2020

Musician Matthew Seligman has died due to complications with coronavirus at age 64.

English Tenor Kenneth Woollam Dies at Age 83
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2020

According to OperaWire, English tenor Kenneth Woollam has passed away at the age of 83.

VIDEO: The Goodman Theatre Tributes Brian Dennehy
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2020

Brian Dennehy recently passed away at 81 from natural causes. Dennehy has been associated for two decades with Chicago's Goodman Theatre, where he has starred in numerous leading roles. The Goodman has released a tribute video to Dennehy.

South Florida Theater's Joseph Adler Has Passed Away at 79
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2020

Joseph Adler, Producing Artistic Director of GableStage and south Florida theater titan has passed away at age 79.

Social: Stars React to the Passing of Brian Dennehy
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2020

Two time Tony Award winner Brian Dennehy has passed away at 81 from natural causes. 

Two-Time Tony Award Winner Brian Dennehy Has Passed Away at 81
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2020

Two time Tony Award winner Brian Dennehy has passed away at 81 from natural causes. 


Wynn Handman, Producer and Acting Teacher, Has Passed Away at 97
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2020

Wynn Handman, the famed New York acting teacher and Artistic Director of The American Place Theatre, died at home April 11, 2020 of Covid-19 related pneumonia. He was 97.

Faith Dane, Original Mazeppa in GYPSY, Has Passed Away at 96
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2020

The Washington Post has reported that Faith Dane, the actress known for originating the role of  Miss Mazeppa in Gypsy, passed away on April 7 at age 96.

North Coast Rep Actor J. Todd Adams Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2020

The San Diego Tribune has reported that actor J. Todd Adams has passed away at age 51. Read the full story HERE. 

Wynn Handman, Director and Co-Founder of the American Place Theatre, Dies at 97
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Wynn Handman, co-founder of the American Place Theatre, has died at age 97. Handman's daughter, Laura Handman, confirmed that his cause of death was COVID-19-related illness.

Dancer and Choreographer, Louis Johnson, Dies at Age 90
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Louis Johnson, dancer and choreographer, has died on March 31 at age 90.

Actor and Comedian Tim Brooke-Taylor Dies at 79 Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that comedian and actor Tim Brooke-Taylor has died at 79 due to COVID-19. His death was confirmed to Variety by his agent early Sunday.

Mirvish Productions Will Dim The Marquee Lights Of The Royal Alexandra Theatre To Honour The Life Of Victor A. Young
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2020

Mirvish Productions will remember and honour Victor A. Young's life in the theatre by dimming the marquee lights of the Royal Alexandra Theatre on Tuesday, April 14 at 8 PM.

Theatre Artist Diane Rodriguez Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2020

Noted theatre artist Diane Rodriguez, born June 22, 1951, in San Jose, CA, died today, April 10, 2020, in Los Angeles, of cancer.

Broadway and Television Producer Thomas Miller Passes Away at 79
by BWW News Desk - April 8, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen producer Thomas L. Miller has passed away from complications from heart disease. He was 79 years old.

Actor Kalinga Sasi Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - April 8, 2020

Actor Kalinga Sasi has passed away after battling liver-related ailments. He was 59.

The Lights Of The Royal Alexandra Theatre Will Be Dimmed On April 7th in Honor of Shirley Douglas
by BWW News Desk - April 6, 2020

Shirley Douglas, one of the giants of Canadian theatre, TV and film died on April 5, 2020 from complications due to pneumonia (but not related to Covid-19).

Jean Falls, Co-Founder of A Contemporary Theatre, Has Died at 94
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Jean Falls, a co-founder of A Contemporary Theatre has died at age 94. The news was confirmed by The Seattle Times.

Actor Logan Williams, Best Known For THE FLASH, Has Died at Age 16
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Logan Williams, the actor known for his work on The Flash, died suddenly at age 16. 

Actress & Author Patricia Bosworth Passes Away From Coronavirus Complications
by BWW News Desk - April 3, 2020

It was reported today that actress turned award-winning author, Patricia Bosworth, died Thursday of complications relating to Covid-19. She was 86 years old.

VIDEO: Conan O'Brien Pays Tribute to Late Songwriter Adam Schlesinger
by A.A. Cristi - April 2, 2020

Last night, late night host Conan O'Brien paid tribute to the late Adam Schlesinger with a vintage performance from his band, Fountains of Wayne

Julie Bennett, Voice of Cindy Bear in YOGI BEAR, Has Passed Away From COVID-19 Complications
by BWW News Desk - April 2, 2020

Variety has reported that Julie Bennett, best known for her work in the Hanna-Barbera cartoon series “The Yogi Bear Show” as Cindy Bear, has passed away from complications related to coronavirus at 88.

Jazz Pianist Ellis Marsalis Jr. Has Passed Away Due to Complications From the Coronavirus
by BWW News Desk - April 2, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that jazz pianist Ellis Marsalis has passed away at age 85. According to The New York Times, his death was due to complications of the coronavirus.

PBS Executive Chloe Aaron Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - April 2, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Chloe Aaron, a top PBS executive, has passed away at age 81 due to cancer and related complications, according to the New York Times.

VIDEO: Adam Schlesinger and David Javerbaum Perform 'Screw Loose' from Cry-Baby on Theater Talk
by A.A. Cristi - April 1, 2020

As BroadwayWorld previously reported Emmy and Grammy winner and Oscar nominated songwriter Adam Schlesinger has passed away from coronavirus-related complications. He was 52 years old.


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