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Social Roundup: The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Rebecca Luker
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2020

Read what theatre stars from across social media are saying about the passing of Rebecca Luker.

BWW Flashback: Remembering the Luminous Rebecca Luker
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2020

Today BroadwayWorld pauses to remember one of Broadway's most luminous leading ladies with some of her greatest performances.

Broadway Veteran Rebecca Luker Has Passed Away at 59
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran Rebecca Luker has passed away. Last year, Rebecca was diagnosed out of nowhere with ALS, a fatal neurodegenerative disease closely related to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. She was 59 years old.

Social Roundup: The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Ann Reinking
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2020

Read what theatre stars from across social media are saying about the passing of Ann Reinking.

BWW Flashback: Ann Reinking Recounts Memories of Her Career as One of Broadway's Most Legendary Dancers
by Nicole Rosky - December 15, 2020

Earlier this year, Ann was interviewed by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from her home in Arizona. During the hour of storytelling, she opened up about how she fell in love with dance as a young girl, recounted stories of her career on stage and screen, working with Bob Fosse, teaching young dancers across the country, and so much more.

BWW Flashback: Relive the Greatest Performances of the Late Ann Reinking
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2020

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, Broadway legend Ann Reinking has passed away, via the star's sister-in-law Dahrla Reinking. She was 71 years old.


Chita Rivera Reacts to Ann Reinking's Passing: 'The World Has Lost Such A Beautiful Soul and Talent'
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020

Legendary dancer and fellow Fosse aficionado, Chita Rivera, reacted to the news of Ann Reinking's passing.

Breaking: Tony Winner and Broadway Legend Ann Reinking Passes Away at 71
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway legend Ann Reinking has passed away. She was 71 years old.

Emmy-Winning Scenic and Lighting Designer Michael Hotopp Passes Away at Age 74
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2020

Michael J. Hotopp, an award-winning theatrical and television scenic and lighting designer and producer, died on November 2, 2020, at Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, NY.  Hotopp was 74 years old.  

Paul Phillips, Broadway Actor and Stage Manager, Passes Away at 95
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2020

Paul Phillips, famed Broadway Actor and Stage Manager has passed away in Naples, Florida of natural causes at the age of 95. Paul Phillips was born on October 1, 1925 in Pleasantville, NY. Paul toured the country and worked summer stock for many years stage-managing such legendary performers as Charlton Heston, Groucho Marx, Ethel Waters, and more.

Tony Winner Peg Murray Passes Away at 96 Years Old
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen star Peg Murray, who won a Tony Award for her performance in the original cast of Cabaret, passed away last week. She was 96 years old.

Stage and Screen Actor Dena Dietrich Dies at 91
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Dena Dietrich has died at 91.

Lynn Kellogg, Original 'Sheila' in HAIR, Dies From Covid-19
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020

Lynn Kellogg- Simpers, Broadway's original Sheila in the 1968 production of 'Hair,' passed away this week at the age of 77.

Israel Horovitz, Playwright Accused of Sexual Abuse, Passes Away at 81
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020

Playwright Israel Horovitz has passed away at the age of 81. His wife Gillian confirmed his passing citing cancer as the cause of death.

Stage and Screen Actor Lawrence Clayton Dies at 64
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Lawrence Clayton has died at age 64. The news was shared with BroadwayWorld by multiple friends and former castmates of Clayton's.

Bay Area Opera Singer Sam Hall Dies at 47
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that opera singer Sam Hall has died at age 47.

Stage and Screen Actor Carol Arthur Dies at 85
by BWW News Desk - November 3, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Carol Arthur has died at 85.

007 Star Sean Connery Passes Away At Age 90
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2020

Scottish actor Sean Connery, best known for his portrayal of James Bond, has passed away. He was 90 years old.

Author, Poet, Playwright and Activist Diane di Prima Passes Away at 86
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2020

Author, poet, playwright, activist, Buddhist, and feminist pioneer Diane di Prima made her transition on the morning of Sunday October 25, 2020.

Cleveland Play House Mourns the Loss of Managing Director Kevin Moore
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2020

Cleveland Play House is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Managing Director Kevin Moore. Moore died possibly due to a pulmonary embolism or heart attack on the morning of Saturday, October 24, 2020. He was 59 years old.

Set Designer Ming Cho Lee Dies at Age 90
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that set designer Ming Cho Lee has died at age 90.

Dancer and Actor Marge Champion Dies at 101
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that dancer and actor Marge Champion has died at age 101.

BWW Flashback: Remembering Doreen Montalvo
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2020

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, stage and screen actor Doreen Montalvo has died at age 56.  The news came after Montalvo suffered a stroke earlier this month. Today, we remember Doreen with a small collection of her past performances. 

Broadway Mourns the Loss of Doreen Montalvo
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2020

Yesterday, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the passing of Doreen Montalvo. The Broadway community took to social media to share memories and condolences, including members of her In The Heights, On Your Feet, and Mrs. Doubtfire families.

Broadway Actor Doreen Montalvo, Known For IN THE HEIGHTS and ON YOUR FEET, Dies at 56
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Doreen Montalvo has died at age 56. The news was confirmed by friends on social media. This comes after Montalvo suffered a stroke earlier this month.


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