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TV: Looking Back at PRINCE OF BROADWAY's Opening Night
by Linnae Medeiros - July 31, 2019

As the theatre community mourns the loss of the legendary producer and director Harold Prince, we're looking back at the opening night of Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway production of Prince of Broadway, which celebrated his career spanning seven decades. Check out the video to see Hal alongside the show's stars Tony Yazbeck, Brandon Uranowitz, Emily Skinner, Chuck Cooper, and more on the special night.

BWW Flashback: Recall the Exceptional Career of the Late, Great Hal Prince
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019

On this very sad day for Broadway, we remember the indelible mark he left on countless directors, producers, performers and theatre-goers over his career- spanning almost seven decades. Brush up on the shows that we'll undoubtedly remember him for below. 

Broadway Mourns The Passing Of Hal Prince
by Linnae Medeiros - July 31, 2019

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the legendary theatrical producer and director Hal Prince has passed away at the age of 91. Prince, whose career spanned over seven decades, impacted the Broadway musical as we know it today, and members of the theatre community took to social media to mourn the loss and speak on the impact of the legend. Check out posts from Andrew Lloyd-Webber, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe Iconis, and more!

Hal Prince, Legendary Broadway Producer and Director, Passes Away at 91
by Alan Henry - July 31, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of legendary Broadway director and producer Hal Prince at 91 years of age after a brief illness, in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Acclaimed Ballerina Julia Farron Dies at Age 96
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2019

Acclaimed ballerina, Julia Farron, has died on July 3 at the age of 96. Her death has been confirmed, but it is unknown where she passed, according to The New York Times.

Hugh Southern, Creator of First TKTS Booth, Dies at 87
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2019

According to the New York Times, Hugh Southern, who leaves behind a legacy of having created New York City's first TKTS booth, passed away last week in Leesburg, Virgina from pneumonia and congestive heart failure. He was 87 years old.


Actress and Playwright E. Katherine Kerr Dies at 82
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019

Actress and playwright E. Katherine Kerr has died, according to The New York Times. She was 82.

Theatre Actress, Educator, and Director Nancy Tribush Hillman Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2019

Nancy Tribush Hillman, Broadway actress and innovative theater educator, director, and creator, whose esteemed career spanned over 60 years, died unexpectedly in Olympia, WA on July 10, 2019.

Robert W. Richards, Artist and Illustrator of Show Posters and Album Artwork, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Robert W. Richards, who died last night, July 11.

Broadway Veteran Denise Nickerson Passes Away at 62
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019

According to Variety, veteran of stage and screen Denise Nickerson, best known for starring as Violet Beauregarde in the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, passed away yesterday, July 10. Nickerson suffered a stroke in 2018. She was 62 years old.

Neil Simon Theatre Will Dim Lights for Martin Charnin
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019

The Broadway community mourns the loss of Writer, Composer, Lyricist, Director, and Performer Martin Charnin, who passed away on July 6, 2019 at age 84. To commemorate his life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of the Neil Simon Theatre in New York, where his legendary musical Annie first opened, for one minute on Friday, July 12 at exactly 7:45pm.

Award-Winning Actor Rip Torn Passes Away At 88
by BWW News Desk - July 9, 2019

Rip Torn, one of the leading stage actors of his generation and an Emmy Award-winner for his portrayal of the deliciously devious producer Artie on HBO's “The Larry Sanders Show,” has died. 

Disney Channel Actor Cameron Boyce Dies at Age 20
by BWW News Desk - July 7, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to have learned of the passing of actor Cameron Boyce, best known for his work on the Disney Channel. Boyce was 20 years old.

Martin Charnin, Lyricist and Director Best Known For ANNIE, Dies at 84
by BWW News Desk - July 7, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Martin Charnin, Broadway lyricist and director. The news was reported on Facebook, by Charnin's daughter, Sasha. Charnin was 84.

Sid Ramin, Broadway Composer, Arranger, and Orchestrator, Dies at 100
by BWW News Desk - July 6, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that composer and orchestrator Sid Ramin, best known for his work on West Side Story, has died, according to The New York Times. Ramin was 100 years old.

Emmy-winning American Comic Actor Arte Johnson Has Passed
by BWW News Desk - July 4, 2019

On behalf of the Gisela Johnson and the Johnson family, we are informing you that Emmy winning comedic actor, Arte Johnson has passed at 1:45am, July 3rd, 2019.  There are no services planned.  His ashes will be taken to his home away from home in HI, were a private ceremony will be held.

Tony Nominated Actor Max Wright Dies at 75
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019

According to TV Guide, actor Max Wright died at age 75.

THE WIZ Librettist William F. Brown Passes Away Age 91
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019

William F. Brown, the Tony-nominated American writer who is best known for his libretto to the long-running Broadway musical The Wiz, died on June 23 in Westport, CT, according to his longtime wife and collaborator, Tina Tippit. He was 91.

Franco Zeffirelli, Film and Stage Director Known For ROMEO AND JULIET, Dies at 96
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2019

Italian director Franco Zeffirelli was died at age 96, according to AP.

Roger O. Hirson, Tony-Nominated Book Writer of PIPPIN, Has Died at 93
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Roger O. Hirson, the book writer for the Broadway musical Pippin. Hirson was 93 when he died in his home in Manhattan on May 27, according to The New York Times.

Founding Director Of Weston Playhouse Malcolm Ewen Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019

Weston Playhouse is deeply saddened to announce that ?Malcolm Ewen?, Weston Playhouse Theatre Company Founding Director, beloved colleague, and friend, has passed after a long battle with cancer.

Cabaret Legend Baby Jane Dexter Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of cabaret legend Baby Jane Dexter, who died last night at The Actors Home following a long illness.

Majestic, Marquis and St. James Theatres to Dim for Alan Wasser
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019

The Broadway community mourns the loss of veteran General Manager, Producer and 2017 Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre recipient Alan Wasser, who passed away on April 14, 2019 at age 70. To commemorate his life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of the Majestic, Marquis and St. James Theatres in New York for one minute on Monday, May 20 at exactly 6:45pm.

Legendary Actress and Singer Doris Day Dies at Age 97
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019

Legendary actress and singer Doris Day has died at age 97, according to AP. Her death was confirmed by her foundation, The Doris Day Animal Foundation.

Hair, Wig, And Makeup Designer Dave Bova Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2019

Dave Bova, a veteran wig, hair, and makeup designer, whose work can currently be seen in Be More Chill on Broadway, passed away unexpectedly this week.


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