Samuel 'Biff' Liff

Broadway Community Urges League to Dim Lights in Honor of Kyle Jean-Baptiste
by Matt Tamanini - Aug 30, 2015

Earlier today, Broadway actor Kyle Jean-Baptiste tragically died from injuries suffered during an accident at his mother's home. Last month, Jean-Baptiste became both the youngest, and the first African American, actor to play the role of Jean Valjean on Broadway. News of his death spread across the internet quickly, with many members of the Broadway community paying tribute to this history-making performer. Quickly, 'Kyle Jean-Baptiste' became a trending topic on Twitter around the world. 

Broadway Dims Its Lights in Memory of Samuel 'Biff' Liff Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2015

The Broadway community mourns the loss of producer, talent agent, and stage manager Samuel 'Biff' Liff, who passed away on Monday night at age 96. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory tonight, August 14th at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Broadway to Dim Lights in Memory of Samuel 'Biff' Liff Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2015

The Broadway community mourns the loss of producer, talent agent, and stage manager Samuel "Biff" Liff, who passed away on Monday night at age 96. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory on Friday, August 14th at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Chita Rivera Remembers Agent 'Biff' Liff as 'Simply the Best'
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2015

Legendary Broadway producer, manager and agent Samuel 'Biff' Liff passed away yesterday, August 10, at his home in Westchester County, NY. He was 96. Biff was Broadway icon Chita Rivera's longtime agent at William Morris. Read her statement about Biff below...

Legendary Broadway Producer, Manager & Agent Samuel 'Biff' Liff Dies at 96
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 11, 2015

Legendary Broadway producer, manager and agent Samuel 'Biff' Liff passed away yesterday, August 10, at his home in Westchester County, NY. He was 96. Liff's longtime friend Emanuel Azenberg, confirmed the news to Deadline this afternoon.

WAKE UP with BWW 8/14/2015 - FringeNYC Kicks Off and More!
by Jessica Khan - Aug 14, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? This weekend's big news: FringeNYC kicks off today, William Finn's new song cycle debuts in MA, queen 'PRISCILLA' heads out on tour in the UK and more!

WAKE UP with BWW 8/12/2015 - THE WIZ Reunites in Central Park and More!
by Jessica Khan - Aug 12, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Ease on down the road to Central Park for a WIZ reunion!

Gregg Edelman, Billy Porter, et al. to Perform at Primary Stages Gala, et al., 11/9
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2011

The annual Primary Stages November Night to Remember Gala, a fundraiser benefiting the extensive artistic development programs offered by the company, will be held at the Edison Ballroom (240 west 47th Street, between Broadway & 8th Avenue) on Wednesday, November 9, 2011. Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction begin at 6:30 p.m. Broadway producer David Richenthal (Pulitzer winners The Kentucky Cycle, The Young Man from Atlanta, I am my Own Wife) serves as the Event Chair.

Photo Coverage: Primary Stages Honors Samuel 'Biff' Liff
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 2, 2010

The annual Primary Stages Gala, a fundraiser benefiting the extensive artistic development programs offered by the company, was held at the Edison Ballroom last night, November 1, 2010. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you photo coverage below.

Int'l Mystery Writers' Fest Schedule Announced!
by Beau Higgins - May 24, 2007

Lansbury, Uggams, Etc. to Honor Jerry Herman, 5/20
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2007

A gala celebration of the career of composer/lyricist Jerry Herman will be held Sunday, May 20th at 6:00 P.M. at the historic National Arts Club

KY Mystery Writers' Fest-Schedule Announced
by Beau Higgins - Mar 14, 2007

'Colombo' Onstage-Int'l Mystery Writers' Fest In Kentucky!
by Beau Higgins - Feb 11, 2007

Caldwell, Bosco, Etc. Set for Free O'Neill Evening, 12/11
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2006

On Monday, December 11th at Circle in the Square, a number of award-winning actors will perform scenes from Eugene O'Neill's masterpieces A Long Day's Journey Into Night and A Moon for the Misbegotten

Lansbury, Grafton, Ira Levin-Int'l Mystery Writers' Fest!
by Beau Higgins - Nov 18, 2006

BMI Honored with Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2006

BMI's Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop was presented with a 2006 Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre at a gala luncheon held at New York's Tavern on the Green October 24th.

Photo Coverage: Tony Honors Ceremony
by Ben Strothmann - Oct 26, 2006

Cynthia Nixon hosted The American Theatre Wing and the League of American Theatres and Producers' presentation of the 2006 Tony Honors for Excellence on October 24th

Cynthia Nixon to Host Tony Honors Ceremony, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2006

Cynthia Nixon will host The American Theatre Wing and the League of American Theatres and Producers' presentation of the 2006 Tony Honors for Excellence

Julie Harris Honored at Starry Primary Stages Gala, 11/6
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2006

Julie Harris, one of America's most beloved leading ladies, will be honored at Primary Stages 22nd Anniversary Gala Benefit in The Crystal Room at Tavern on the Green on Monday evening, November 6th at 6:30pm

61st Annual Tony Awards to be Held June 10
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2006

The 61st annual Tony Awards will be held on June 10th