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Magician Milt Larsen Dies at 92
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023

Milt Larsen has died at 12:28pm on Sunday, May 28th, in Los Angeles of Natural Causes at 92. The patriarch of magic, Milt was perhaps best known for his life-long role in the world of magic and illusion, and grew up in a family of magicians.  

Three-Time Tony Award-Winning Designer Robin Wagner Dies at 89
by Alan Henry - May 29, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Robin Wagner, who designed scenery for landmark, critically acclaimed Broadway shows for over 50 years.

Tina Turner Has Died At Age 83
by Team BWW - May 24, 2023

Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.  With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model. 

Broadway Musical Coordinator Howard Joines Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2023

Broadway Musical Coordinator Howard Joines has passed away. 

Joaquin Romaguera, Original Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - May 14, 2023

According to an obituary in the New York Times, Broadway actor and tenor best known as the original Pirelli in Sweeney Todd, passed away on May 9, 2023. 

Fountain Theatre Co-Founder Deborah Lawlor Passes Away at 83
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Fountain Theatre co-founder Deborah Lawlor passed away on Tuesday, May 2, at the age of 83.

Barbara Bryne, Original INTO THE WOODS & SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Company Member, Passes Away at 94
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2023

Actress Barbara Bryne passed away on May 2 at the age of 94.

Director and Writer Adam Brace Dies Aged 43
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 2, 2023

Director and writer Adam Brace has died at the age of 43 after a short illness. There will be an event in his memory with further details to follow.

Charles Hull, Co-Founder of TheatreWorks USA, Passes Away at 92
by Blair Ingenthron - April 30, 2023

According to an obituary in the New York Times, TheatreWorks USA co-founder Charles Hull passed away on April 14 at the age of 92.

Don Sebesky, Broadway Orchestrator of PARADE and More, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - April 29, 2023

His Broadway theater credits include Porgy and Bess (London production by Trevor Nunn), Sinatra At The Palladium, Sweet Charity, Kiss Me Kate (2000 Tony Award), Bells Are Ringing, Flower Drum Song, Parade, The Life, Cyrano, The Goodbye Girl, Will Rogers Follies, and Sinatra At Radio City. 

Jerry Springer Passes Away at 79
by Michael Major - April 27, 2023

Broadway World is saddened to report that Jerry Springer has passed away at the age of 79. Srpinger was seen on Broadway as The Narrator in The Rocky Horror Show. He was also seen as Billy Flynn in Chicago. A rock opera based on Springer's talk show premiered Off-Broadway in 2018 after winning numerous awards in London.

Actor and Singer Harry Belafonte Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and singer Harry Belafonte has died at age 96. Belafonte was an American singer, songwriter, activist, and actor. He is one of the most successful Jamaican-American pop stars in history.

Playwright Robert Patrick Dies At 85
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2023

Robert Patrick, aka Robert Patrick O'Connor, writer of poems, lyrics, short stories, novels, and a pioneering playwright known for his contributions to Off-Off Broadway and the Caffe Cino has passed away at the age of 85. He died in his sleep at his home in Los Angeles on April 23, 2023 (407 years to the day after Shakespeare's death). 

Stage And Screen Actor Ron Faber Dies At Age 90
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2023

Veteran award-winning actor Ron Faber, whose Broadway appearances included “First Monday in October” with Henry Fonda and “Medea” with Irene Papas, died March 26 after a two-month battle with lung cancer. He was 90.

Agent and DGRW Founding Partner Jim Wilhelm Passes Away at 68
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2023

Theatrical agent JIM WILHELM passed away early Monday morning, April 24th, 2023 in New York City at the age of 68 after a short, quiet fight with cancer.

Len Goodman, of STRICTLY COME DANCING and DANCING WITH THE STARS, Dies at the Age of 78
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 24, 2023

Former Strictly Come Dancing head judge Len Goodman has died at the age of 78, his manager has confirmed.

Barry Humphries, Creator of Dame Edna Everage, Passes Away at 89
by Blair Ingenthron - April 22, 2023

Barry Humphries, comedian and creator of Dame Edna Everage, passed away surrounded by family at a hospital in Sydney, Australia on Saturday, April 22.

Todd Haimes, Artistic Director & CEO Of Roundabout Theatre Company, Dies At Age 66
by Team BWW - April 19, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of longtime Roundabout Theatre Company Artistic Director and CEO, Todd Haimes. 

Stage and Screen Actor Murray Melvin Dies at 90
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that British actor Murray Melvin has died at age 90. Murray made several stage and screen appearances, including The Phantom of the Opera, A Taste of Honey, Torchwood and Barry Lyndon.

Joanna Greer, Teacher and Associate Artistic Director of TADA! Youth Theater, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - April 8, 2023

Joanna Greer, a beloved member of the NYC theater community, and a devoted teacher who was dedicated to handing down the art forms of dance and storytelling, passed away on March 31 peacefully at home surrounded by family and love. 

Stage and TV Star Paul O'Grady Dies Aged 67
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 29, 2023

Stage star, presenter and comedian Paul O'Grady has died at the age of 67. He died 'unexpectedly but peacefully' on Tuesday evening, his husband Andre Portasio said in a statement. 

Nicholas Lloyd Webber, Andrew Lloyd Webber's Son, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - March 25, 2023

Webber missed the Bad Cinderella opening on Thursday, March 23rd to be with his son, who passed away from stomach cancer after entering hospice care on Thursday.

Broadway Music Director Jim Vukovich Has Passed Away
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2023

Musician, recording artist, conductor, arranger, composer and musical director Jim Vukovich has passed away.

Chaim Topol, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Actor, Dies Aged 87
by Aliya Al-Hassan - March 9, 2023

Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor and singer best known for his performance as Tevye the Milkman in Fiddler on the Roof, has died at the age of 87.

Franco Punzi, President of the Paolo Grassi Foundation, Passes Away
by Blair Ingenthron - February 18, 2023

Franco Punzi, president of the Paolo Grassi Foundation which organizes the Valle d'Itria festival, died February 17th following a period of illness. He would have been 88 years old in little more than a month.


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