Dancer and Choreographer David Winters Dies at Age 80by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2019David Winters, a dancer who appeared on Broadway in the original production of West Side Story, who then turned choreographer, has died on April 23 at age 80. The cause of death was reportedly congestive heart failure, according to The New York Times. Photo Flash: Remembering Jo Sullivan Loesserby Walter McBride - April 29, 2019BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran Elizabeth Josephine 'Jo' Sullivan Loesser passed away yesterday, April 28, from heart failure in her New York City Home. She was 91 years old. Broadway Actor Quentin Maré Passes Away Age 49by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019Quentin Mare, a versatile and daring stage actor cast in such wide-ranging productions off and on Broadway as King Lear, Coram Boy, Tom Stoppard's Rock n Roll, Happy Now?, and most recently, Lost Lake, passed away early Sunday morning, April 21, of natural causes. Mare was 49 and lived in New York City. Video Flashback: Georgia Engel's Life Making People Laughby BWW News Desk - April 16, 2019Georgia Engel recently passed away at age 70. Engel was a Broadway veteran, appearing in The Drowsy Chaperone; Hello, Dolly!, The Boys From Syracuse, and My One and Only. She was best known, however, for her television roles, namely on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, as well as The Betty White Show, Everybody Loves Raymond, and many more. Broadway General Manager Alan Wasser Passes Awayby BWW News Desk - April 15, 2019BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that longtime general manager of Broadway, Alan Wasser passed away yesterday, April 14. Wasser was the recipient of a Special Tony Awards Honor in 2017 and general manager of the Tony Awards from 2009 to 2012. Chico, Canine Co-Star of LEGALLY BLONDE, Passes Awayby A.A. Cristi - March 13, 2019BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of canine actor, Chico the Chihuahua, best known to Broadway audiences as 'Bruiser Woods' in Legally Blonde. Veteran animal trainer Bill Berloni revealed the news in a touching tribute tonight on social media. Photo Coverage: Remembering Katherine Helmondby Walter McBride - March 9, 2019BroadwayWorld reported last week that Katherine Helmond, the Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated actress, passed away February 23 of Alzheimer's complications at her home in Los Angeles. She was 89. Today, BroadwayWorld is remembering Helmond with a look back into our photo archives. National Ballet of Canada Mourns the Passing of Sandra Faireby BWW News Desk - March 4, 2019The National Ballet of Canada mourns the passing of Board Member, volunteer, philanthropist and friend Sandra Faire. A trailblazer and legend in the ballet and greater dance community, Ms. Faire possessed an inspiring vision, passion and determination in all that she did. Tony-Nominated Star Katherine Helmond Dies at 89by Kaitlin Milligan - March 1, 2019Katherine Helmond, the Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated actress, has passed away February 23 of Alzheimer's complications at her home in Los Angeles, according to Deadline. She was 89. Producer Fred Foster Passes Awayby BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019Fred 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 68by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019Mark 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 81by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019BroadwayWorld 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. All Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights for Carol Channing Jan. 16by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019The 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 Channingby Paul Smith - January 15, 2019BroadwayWorld 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 Channingby BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019BroadwayWorld 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 97by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019BroadwayWorld 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 Adamby BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019Die 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 Keelingby Walter McBride - January 9, 2019As 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.
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