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Former National Theatre President Donn B. Murphy Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2022

Donn B. Murphy, PhD, former president and executive director of the National Theatre in Washington, DC for 35 years, and Georgetown University Professor Emeritus, passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Lauderdale, FL on April 3, announced his spouse and life partner of 49 years, US Army Col. H. Jones 'Jon' Carrow, Ret.

Stage and Screen Actor Nehemiah Persoff Passes Away at 102
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 7, 2022

Stage and screen actor Nehemiah Persoff has passed away at 102 years old. 

Tony Award-Winning Actor Rae Allen Dies At 95
by A.A. Cristi - April 6, 2022

Tony Award-winning actor Rae Allen passed away this afternoon at the age of 95. 

Memorial Service to Be Held for Country Music's Jeff Carson
by Marissa Tomeo - March 30, 2022

After a successful career in country music, including several chart-topping songs, Officer Jeff Carson joined the Franklin Police Department on May 27, 2008. During his tenure with the FPD, Carson earned six commendations, a Chief’s Award for Excellence, and was recently promoted to Police Officer-2

Woman Accused of Shoving Barbara Maier Gustern Arrested for Manslaughter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 22, 2022

 26 year-old Lauren Pazienza has been arrested and charged with fatally shoving Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern. Pazienza has been charged with manslaughter. 

Death of Broadway Singing Coach Barbara Maier Gustern Has Been Classified As a Homicide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2022

The death last week of Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern has been classified by New York police as a homicide. Her attacker remains at large.

Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin Dead at 43 From Russian Shelling
by Marissa Tomeo - March 19, 2022

According to People, the Ukrainian Ballet Dancer Artyom Datsishin has died from injuries related to a Russian shelling. The star passed away at the age of 43 after a three-week struggle in the hospital. He passed away in the hospital. His funeral was held in Kyviv yesterday, March 18th. 

Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights March 29 in Memory of Liz McCann
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2022

The Broadway community honors the memory of Elizabeth Ireland McCann, better known as Liz, the Tony Award-winning producer and general manager who was among the first successful female leaders in Broadway.

Broadway Singing Coach Barbara Maier Gustern Dies After Attack on Street
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 15, 2022

Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern has passed away at age 87. Gustern was pushed to the ground last Thursday by a woman outside of her apartment building in Manhattan, and died this morning from a traumatic brain injury.

Stage and Screen Actor William Hurt Dies at 71
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2022

While best known for his roles in film, Hurt got his start on the stage in the 1970s. He appeared on Broadway in Hurlyburly in 1984, for which he was nominated for a Tony Award. Hurt also performed in various off-Broadway productions including Henry V, Fifth of July, Richard II and A Midsummer Night's Dream. 

Singer and Actress Traci Braxton Has Died at Age 50
by Marissa Tomeo - March 12, 2022

Singer and actress Traci Braxton has passed away this morning from cancer. She was fifty years old. Braxton had esophageal cancer and spent the past year in hospice care. Traci Braxton frequently appearance on “Braxton Family Values,' the family's reality television show. She starred alongside her siblings Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar and Michael. Braxton also supported charities that aided women and children. 

Mary John, Founder of Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Passes Away at 96
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 7, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced of the passing of its founder Mary John (1925-2022).  Born in Green Bay, WI Mary forged a plan to create a professional theater for the city of Milwaukee and established Drama Inc, now Milwaukee Repertory Theater, in 1954. 

GAME OF THRONES Actor John Stahl Dead at 68
by Marissa Tomeo - March 5, 2022

According to a Deadline article, actor John Stahl's agent has confirmed the 68 year old celebrity has died. According to his agent, he died on March 2nd. The actor was known for his role in HBO's smash hit, Game of Thrones. He portrayed Rickard Karstark in seasons 2 and 3, acting alongside Richard Madden in many scenes and claiming the role from the original season 1 Rickard Karstark actor, Steven Blount.

Actor and Musician Johnny Brown Has Died at 84
by Marissa Tomeo - March 5, 2022

According to a Deadline article, Broadway veteran, musician, and screen actor Johnny Brown has died from unreleased causes. The news was announced in an Instagram post by his daughter, Sharon Catherine Brown. She stated, 'Our family is devastated. Devastated. Devastated. Beyond heartbroken. Barely able to breathe.'

Award-Winning Costume and Set Designer Tony Walton Dies at 87
by Marissa Tomeo - March 3, 2022

According to a Deadline article, acclaimed costume and set designer Tony Walton has passed away at the age of 87. He died on March 2nd from issues related to a stroke. Bridget LeRoy, his stepdaughter, released the news of his death on Facebook, writing, “A fond and loving farewell to the most fabulous stepdad and human being in the world. Love you forever, Tony Walton. Have a great trip.” 

Stage and Screen Actor Ned Eisenberg Dies at Age 65
by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2022

Stage and screen actor Ned Eisenberg has passed away at the age of 65.

Playwright Arthur Giron Dies at 85
by Stephi Wild - February 17, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright Arthur Giron passed away February 2, 2022. He co-wrote the Broadway musical Amazing Grace (2015) with Christopher Smith.

Broadway Stage Manager Alan Hall Dies at 85
by Stephi Wild - February 15, 2022

Hall served as Production Stage Manager for several Broadway shows, beginning with Beyond the Fringe in 1962. Other notable productions include Promises, Promises; Private Lives; The Misanthrope; Sweeney Todd; Camelot; Much Ado About Nothing; Cyrano de Bergerac; Chess; Damn Yankees; and many more.

Former Columbia Artists Theatricals President Gary McAvay Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 14, 2022

Gary McAvay, former President of Columbia Artists Theatricals has passed away at age 68. 

Chicago Theater Critic Richard Christiansen Passes Away at 90
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 11, 2022

The influential Chicago theater critic Richard Christiansen has passed away at 90. 

Playwright Kenneth H. Brown Dies at Age 86
by Stephi Wild - February 9, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that playwright Kenneth H. Brown has died at age 86. Brown is a playwright, actor, director and producer who has been active in theatre since 1971. He is best known for his play The Brig, based on his experiences as a U.S. Marine. 

Carleton Carpenter, Stage and Screen Actor, Passes Away at 95
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2022

Carleton Upham Carpenter, Jr. (95) an American film, television and stage actor, songwriter, and novelist died Monday, January 31, 2022 in Warwick, NY.  He had been in declining health for some years.

Emmy-Winner Louie Anderson Dies at 68
by Michael Major - January 21, 2022

Anderson was known for his Emmy-winning role as Christine Baskets, mother of Zach Galifianakis on the FX series Baskets. He also won two Daytime Emmys for his role in Fox's Life With Louie in 1997 and 1998.

BAT OUT OF HELL Singer and Actor Meat Loaf Dies at 74
by Stephi Wild - January 21, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that singer and actor Meat Loaf has died at 74. His 'Bat Out of Hell' album trilogy was the inspiration behind the musical of the same name.

French Actor Gaspard Ulliel Passes Away at 37
by Michael Major - January 19, 2022

Ulliel lead Joe Orton's play Entertaining Mr Sloane on stage at the Comédie des Champs-Élysées in 2012. He had also appeared in Lars Norén's Démons at the Théâtre du Rond-Point Paris, under the direction of Marcial Di Fonzo Bo.


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