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Photo Flashback: Remembering Jerry Herman
by Walter McBride - December 29, 2019

Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. Today, we're remembering Herman with a look back at some photos from our archives. Check them out below!

Broadway Will Dim its Lights For Jerry Herman on January 7
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2019

Yesterday, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the loss of composer and lyricist Jerry Herman, who passed away on December 26, 2019 at age 88. To commemorate his life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute on Tuesday, January 7th at exactly 6:45pm.  

Video Flashback: A Look Back on the Life and Career of Jerry Herman
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

This morning, BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. Take a look back on his life with a roundup of flashback videos, from past Tony Awards, clips from his shows, interviews, and much more!

The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Jerry Herman
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld was deeply saddened this morning to report the passing of the legendary Carol Channing. The Broadway community took to social media to share memories and condolences.

Breaking: Legendary Composer and Lyricist Jerry Herman Has Passed Away at 88
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that legendary Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jerry Herman has passed away. He died in Miami on December 26, due to pulmonary complications. He was 88 years old.

Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Flashback of some of Allee Willis' Broadway memories from her illustrious career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives. 


Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Take a look back on Richard Easton's life and career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives. 

Photo Coverage: Remembering Veteran Actor Danny Aiello
by Walter McBride - December 26, 2019

Take a look back on the life and career of Danny Aiello with a collection of photos we've snapped over the years. 

THE COLOR PURPLE's Allee Willis Dies at 72
by BWW News Desk - December 25, 2019

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that THE COLOR PURPLE's co-writer, Allee Willis, died on December 24, 2019 at 72.BroadwayWorld is sad to report that THE COLOR PURPLE's co-writer, Allee Willis, died on December 24, 2019 at 72. Willis' long-term partner Prudence Fenton shared news her death on Instagram.

Peter Larkin, Tony Award Winning Broadway Production Designer, Dies at 93
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway production designer Peter Larkin has passed away. He was 93 and died at his home in Bridgehampton, New York, after a brief illness, according to Deadline.

Broadway Veteran Danny Aiello Passes Away at 86
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2019

BroadwayWorld has just learned that stage and screen star Danny Aiello passed away yesterday, December 12, from a 'sudden illness.' He was 86 years old.

Playwright William Luce Passes Away At Age 88
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2019

It was reported today that acclaimed playwright William Luce has passed away at age 88.

Tony Winning Broadway Veteran Richard Easton Has Died at Age 86
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran the Tony Award winner Richard Easton has died. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Easton was 86.

Dancer and Actor Jack Burns Passes Away At Age 14
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2019

It has been reported that young actor and ballet star, Jack Burns, has passed away suddenly at age fourteen.

Stage and Screen Actor Rene Auberjonois Has Died at 79
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Rene Auberjonois, a stage and screen actor best known for his work on Star Trek, has died. According to Variety, he died from lung cancer. He was 79.

SESAME STREET's Original Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, Caroll Spinney, Has Died at Age 85
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sesame Street puppeteer Caroll Spinney has died at age 85. Spinney was the puppeteer behind characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. He died at his home in Connecticut, after a battle with Dystonia, according to SesameWorkshop.org.

ANGELS IN AMERICA Tony-Winner Ron Leibman Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2019

Tony Award-winning actor, Ron Leibman, best known to theatre fans for originating the role of Roy Cohn in the original Broadway production of Angels In America has passed away.

Mariss Jansons, World Renowned Conductor, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - December 3, 2019

The New York Times reports that world renowned conductor Mariss Jansons has passed away at age 76. He passed after after a longstanding battle with a heart condition. 

Director Marion McClinton Has Died at 65
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019

Acclaimed director Marion McClinton, best known for bringing the works of August Wilson to the Broadway stage, has died at age 65, according to StarTribune. He died on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, after suffering from kidney disease.

Theatre and Opera Director Sir Jonathan Miller Has Died at 85
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that theatre and opera director Sir Jonathan Miller, best known for directing and starring in the Beyond the Fringe satirical revue, has died at age 85.

Theatre Critic John Simon Has Passed Away at 94
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that theatre critic John Simon has passed away at the age of 94.

Michael J. Pollard, Broadway Actor in the 1950s and 60s, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Michael J. Pollard, who performed on Broadway in the 1950s and 60s, has died.

Beloved Dancer & Philanthropist Valerie Taylor-Barnes Passes Away At Age 88
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019

Valerie Taylor-Barnes, celebrated ballerina of the Royal Ballet and champion of young artists, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 18, 2019 at the age of 88. She was preceded in death nearly ten years to the day by her beloved husband, Clive Barnes.

Young Broadway Actress Laurel Griggs Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - November 9, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that young Broadway actress Laurel Griggs has passed away.

Tony Nominee Ann Crumb Passes Away from Ovarian Cancer
by BWW News Desk - November 1, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway actress and 1993 Tony Award nominee Ann Crumb has passed away following a long struggle with ovarian cancer.


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