BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of playwright and director Joel Paley. Paley was the writer of Ruthless and more. Learn more about Paley's life and career here.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joyce Piven, co-founder the Piven Theatre and mother of Jeremy Piven, has died at age 94. Read her full obituary here.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Joan Plowright has died at age 95. Theatres across London’s West End will dim their lights for two minutes at 7pm on Tuesday 21 January.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of stage and screen actor Merle Louise Simon. She was 90 at the time of her passing. Merle originated several roles in Stephen Sondheim musicals including Sweeney Todd, Company, and Into the Woods.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett. The news was confirmed by her son, Shaun Taylor-Corbett. Lynne was nominated for Tony Awards and a Drama Desk Award for Broadway’s “Swing!”

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Abigail McGrath has died at age 84. McGrath was co-founder of the Off Center Theatre and founder of Renaissance House.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that drag queen The Vivienne, aka James Lee Williams, has died at age 32. The performer died over the weekend, as confirmed by Publicist Simon Jones on social media.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Richard Foreman, playwright and founder of the Ontological-Hysteric Theater, passed away in Manhattan on Saturday, January 4 at the age of 87.

Jack Lane and the Hamilton family have announced the death of Michael Hamilton, who passed away peacefully in St. Louis, Missouri, on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Wayne Osmond, one of the members of The Osmond Brothers musical group, has passed away at age 73 from a stroke. 

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Olivia Hussey, best known for her role in the 1968 film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at age 73 from breast cancer.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran Linda Lavin has died at age 87, following complications from lung cancer. Read Linda Lavin's obituary here.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony Award-winning director, Mel Shapiro. Shapiro died on December 23, 2024 at the age of 89.

Brian Press, an actor and musician best known to Broadway fans as the original 'Chip' in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, has passed away.

Bobby Garcia, the celebrated theater director and producer whose works enriched stages across Asia and Canada, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, in Vancouver, Canada. He was 55 years old.

Nagle Jackson, internationally renowned theater director and playwright, has passed away in Rhinebeck, New York, at the age of 88. A celebration of Nagle’s life will be held in April 2025 in NYC.

Birmingham Royal Ballet has shared that their CEO Caroline Miller passed away on Sunday 15 December. Read her full obituary here and learn more about Miller's legacy.

According to a statement released by Main Street Theatre Works, company member Allen Pontes has passed away after a battle with brain cancer. Read a full obituary here.

Kyle Birch, West End stage star of shows including A Strange Loop and more has passed away. Learn more about Birch's life and career on BroadwayWorld here.

Marvin Laird the award-winning Broadway and film composer, conductor and musical director for world famous artists passed away on December 2, 2024 at age 85 from natural causes. Read more about Laird's life and career.

 South Coast Repertory has announced the passing of Founding Artistic Director Martin Benson on Saturday, Nov. 30 at the age of 87. Read the full obituary here.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Marshall Brickman, who co-wrote the books for Jersey Boys and The Addams Family, passed away on Friday, November 29 at the age of 85.

The remainder of A Christmas Carol's run has been dedicated in his memory.

Stage actor Julien Arnold died suddenly during a performance of A Christmas Carol in Canada on Sunday, November 24. Arnold was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in the production that will run through December 24.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor, Helen Gallagher. The acclaimed actor and educator was 98 at the time of her passing.