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Stanley Donen, Director and Choreographer of Movie Musicals, Has Died at 94
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019

Stanley Donen, director of movie musicals such as Singin' In The Rain and On The Town, has died, according to Variety. Donen was 94.

Producer Fred Foster Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019

Fred Luther Foster passed away peacefully last night following a short illness with his family at his side. Foster was born July 26, 1931, in Rutherford County, North Carolina, the youngest of eight children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vance Hampton and Clara Marcella (Weaste) Foster, and siblings Albert Glen, Estelle, Charles Vance, Ray, Pauline, Ethel Lou, and Ann. He is survived by his son Vance Foster, and daughters Micki Foster (Greg) Koenig, Leah Foster (Dillon) Alderman, Brit Foster (Judd) Rothstein, and Kristen Foster and grandchildren Rachel DiGregorio, Rhys and Tess Rothstein, and Penelope Kirschner. He is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews.

Broadway Director, Author & Producer Mark Bramble Passes Away at 68
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019

Mark Bramble, the American theatre director, author and producer died yesterday (February 20, 2018) at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore following complications related to cardiovascular hypertension according to the physician on call. He was 68 years old. His passing was reported by his long-time business manager and friend, Richard Koenigsberg.

Broadway Veteran Merwin Goldsmith Passes Away at 81
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that veteran actor of stage and screen, Merwin Goldsmith, passed away on Monday, January 21, in his New York City home. He was 81 years old.

Kaye Ballard, Star of Stage and Screen, Dies at 93
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019

Actress, Singer and Comedienne Kaye Ballard died today, January 22, 2019, peacefully at home in Rancho Mirage, CA at age 93 after a brief illness.

All Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights for Carol Channing Jan. 16
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019

The Broadway community mourns the loss of Carol Channing, a Tony Award winner and theatrical legend, who passed away on Tuesday, January 15 at age 97. To commemorate her life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute on Wednesday, January 16 at exactly 7:45pm. 

BWW Flashback: The Very Best of the Late, Great Carol Channing
by Paul Smith - January 15, 2019

BroadwayWorld was sad to announce the passing of theatre icon Carol Channing early Tuesday morning. She was most notably known for creating the legendary role of Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly, a role she went on to play in more than 5,000 performances.

Broadway Mourns the Loss of Carol Channing
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 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.

The Legendary Carol Channing Dies at 97
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019

BroadwayWorld is deeply saddened to report the passing of the legendary Carol Channing. Channing died at 12:31am on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019, at home in Rancho Mirage, CA of natural causes.

Zum Tod Von Theo Adam
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019

Die Wiener Staatsoper trauert um den großen deutschen Opernsanger Theo Adam, der am gestrigen Donnerstag, 10. Janner 2019 in seiner Heimatstadt Dresden im Alter von 92 Jahren verstorben ist.

Photo Flashback: Remembering GREASE And MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Star Derek Keeling
by Walter McBride - January 9, 2019

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier, Broadway actor Derek Keeling's family announced his recent passing on December 12, 2018. As we mourn the loss of this young talent, BroadwayWorld looks back on Derek's appearances on the Great White Way. See photos from Derek's Broadway appearances below.

Don McKay, Original Tony in WEST SIDE STORY, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - January 2, 2019

Don McKay, the original Tony in the 1958 London premiere of West Side Story, has died, according to Deadline. The actor was 93.

Photo Coverage: BroadwayWorld Remembers Those We've Lost in 2018
by Walter McBride - December 31, 2018

As 2018 comes to a close, we are reflecting on those we have lost in the Broadway and theatre communities throughout the year.

Stage and Screen Actress Dame June Whitfield Dies at 93
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2018

Variety has reported that stage and screen actress Dame June Whitfield has died at age 93.

Original ON THE TOWN Star Sono Osato Passes Away Age 99
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2018

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that iconic dancer and performer Sono Osato has passed away. She was 99. 

Award-Winning Actor and Director Donald Moffat Passes Away At Age 87
by A.A. Cristi - December 20, 2018

It was reported this evening that Donald Moffat, a veteran actor of stage and scren, passed away this week at age 87, due to complications from a recent stroke.

Co-Writer of BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS Peter Masterson Dies Age 84
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018

According to Variety, writer, actor, and director Peter Masterson died Tuesday, December 18th at the age of 84. Masterson was best known in the theatre community as the co-writer of hit musical TH

Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers HAIR Composer Galt MacDermot
by Walter McBride - December 20, 2018

As previously reported, Galt MacDermot, composer of the musical Hair, has passed away on December 17 at 89 years old.

Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Penny Marshall
by Walter McBride - December 20, 2018

As previously reported, actress and director Penny Marshall has passed away at the age of 75, due to complications with diabetes.

Breaking: HAIR Composer Galt MacDermot Passes Away at 89
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2018

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that composer Galt MacDermot, perhaps best known for his work on the landmark musical Hair, passed away today, December 17. He was 89 years old

Charles Weldon, Artistic Director Of Negro Ensemble Company, Dies At 78
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2018

Actor/Director Charles Weldon, who was Artistic Director of The Negro Ensemble Company (NEC) since 2005, died December 7 at Mt. Sinai Hospital, NYC. He was 78.

Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Tony Award-Winning Actor Philip Bosco
by Walter McBride - December 9, 2018

On December 3, Tony winner Philip Bosco passed away from complications of dementia. He was 88 years old.

Tony-Winning Actor Philip Bosco Passes Away at 88
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2018

According to the New York Times, Tony winner Philip Bosco passed away yesterday, December 3, 2018, in his New Jersey home from complications of dementia. He was 88 years old.

Lights Will Dim Tonight for Tony Winning Broadway Producer Jerry Frankel
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this month, Broadway producer Jerry Frankel passed away on November 17, 2018 at 88 years of age.

Tony Winning Broadway Producer Jerry Frankel Dies
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2018

Broadway producer Jerry Frankel passed away this morning, Saturday, November 17, 2018.


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