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Craig Dudley, Actor and Artistic Director of The Ensemble Theatre Company of New York, Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - August 5, 2023

Born in 1945, actor CRAIG DUDLEY (AEA, SAG AFTRA, Canadian Equity) passed away on August 1, 2023. For the last few years, he was the ARTISTIC DIRECTOR of THE ENSEMBLE THEATRE COMPANY of NEW YORK, wherein he won great acclaim for his performance as Oscar Wilde in John Gay's DIVERSIONS & DELIGHTS.

Theatre Director and Former RSC Artistic Director Michael Boyd Dies
by BWW News Desk - August 4, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that theatre director Michael Boyd has died from cancer. His career took him from training in Moscow to artistic directorships at the Tron Theatre Glasgow [1985-96] and the Royal Shakespeare Company, after joining as an Associate Director in 1996.

Broadway Alum Walter Charles Dies at 78
by BWW News Desk - August 4, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing in Walter Charles, Broadway alum, and staeg and screen actor. He was 78 years old.

Broadway Veteran Clifton Oliver Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - August 3, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Broadway veteran Clifton Oliver, who died yesterday, August 2, 2023.

Abdul Shayek, Artistic Director and Joint CEO of Tara Theatre, Dies Aged 39.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 3, 2023

Tara Theatre has announced the death of Artistic Director and Joint CEO Abdul Shayek, aged 39.

Paul Reubens, Known For Playing Pee-Wee Herman, Dies at 70
by Michael Major - July 31, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Paul Reubens, known for his character of Pee-Wee Herman, has died at the age of 70. In 2010, Reubens brought The Pee-Wee Herman Show to Broadway production for a limited run at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. It was recorded for an HBO special and released in 2011.

Broadway and Television Actress Inga Swenson Has Passed Away at 90
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2023

The actress best known for her role on the television show Benson and 110 in the Shade on Broadway, has passed away at the age of 90.

LENNY Playwright and Screenwriter Julian Barry Dies at 92
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright, screenwriter, and stage performer Julian Barry has died at age 92. Barry is best known for writing the Oscar-nominated script for the 1974 film 'Lenny' about comedian Lenny Bruce, adapted from his Broadway play of the same name.

Playwright and Screenwriter Bo Goldman Dies at Age 90
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright and screenwriter Bo Goldman has died at age 90.

Theater and Television Writer Jerome Coopersmith Dies at 97
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that theater and television writer Jerome Coopersmith has died at age 97. Coopersmith's musical play Baker Street earned him a Tony Nomination. His other Broadway credits include The Apple Tree, and Off-Broadway he has written  The Mystery Of Anna O and Mata Hari.

Sinead O'Connor Dies at Age 56
by Michael Major - July 26, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sinead O’Connor has died at the age of 56. O'Conner is perhaps most known for her rendition of 'Nothing Compares 2 U,' a Prince cover that went #1 in 1990. Over the course of her career, O'Conner dropped 10 studio albums.

Broadway Casting Director Mark B Simon Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023

According to various sources, casting director Mark B Simon, known for his work on the original productions of Parade, The Last 5 Years, and many more, has passed away.

Original A CHORUS LINE Star Pamela Blair Dies at 73
by Team BWW - July 23, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that original 'Val' in A CHORUS LINE, Pamela Blair has died at 73. in Phoenix.

Tony Bennett, Iconic Singer and Performer, Dies at 96
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Bennett, iconic singer and performer, has died at age 96.

Jeffrey Carlson, Star of TABOO and THE GOAT, Has Passed Away at 48
by BWW News Desk - July 9, 2023

According to various reports, Jeffrey Carlson, best known for originating the role of Marilyn in TABOO and Billy in Edward Albee's THE GOAT on Broadway, has passed away. He was 48.

Alan Arkin Passes Away at 89
by Michael Major - June 30, 2023

Tony and Oscar winning actor Alan Arkin has passed away at the age of 89. Arkin won a Tony for his performance in Enter Laughing and was nominated for his work in The Sunshine Boys. Arkin won an Oscar for his performance in Little Miss Sunshine.

Stage and Screen Actor Julian Sands Confirmed Dead at 65 Following Disappearance
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that the death of stage and screen actor Julian Sands has been confirmed. He had been missing since mid-January of this year.

Matthew Serino, Founder of Broadway Advertising and Marketing Agency Serino Coyne, Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Matthew Serino, founder of Broadway advertising and marketing agency Serino Coyne, passed away last week. 

Broadway and Television Actor John Deyle Passes Away at 68
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023

Broadway and television actor John Deyle has passed away from esophageal cancer at the age of 68. 

Tony Winning Lyricist and Songwriter Sheldon Harnick Dies at Age 99
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sheldon Harnick, lyricist known for Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello!, She Loves Me, and many more, has died at age 99.

Stage and Screen Actor and Director Paxton Whitehead Dies at 85
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor and director Paxton Whitehead has died at age 85.

John Finen Dies at Age 54
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of John Harold Finen III.  He passed at his home in Brooklyn, NY on Thursday, June 8th at the age of 54.

Glenda Jackson Dies at Age 87
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 15, 2023

Oscar-winning actor and former MP Glenda Jackson has died at the age of 87, her agent has said.

Film And Stage Actor Treat Williams Dies At Age 71 Following Motorcycle Accident
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023

It has been reported that actor Treat Williams has died at the age of 71 in a motorcycle accident.

Michael Lamont, Production Photographer And Broadway Actor, Dies At 76
by BWW News Desk - June 5, 2023

It was announced today that Production Photographer and Broadway actor Michael Lamont died Sunday, May 21, 2023, in Los Angeles, California, after a battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was 76.


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