The Jelly's Last Jam and The Wild Party star passed away September 22 at the age of 67.

Beloved onstage and off, the Into the Woods and Hello, Dolly! star died September 30.

When the collection was founded in 1974, it was Ms. Blausen who lept into action, organizing the organization's invaluable inventory.

The Broadway alum's golden vocals brought Old Deuteronomy from CATS and the Lion from The Wiz to life, along with Oogie Boogie in The Nightmare Before Christmas.

Mr. Creel, a beloved fixture of the Broadway community, was known for his performances in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Into the Woods, and more.

The Tony winner was one of the most prolifically beloved British actors of her generation.

The groundbreaking star of stage and screen passed away September 9 at the age of 93.

The triple threat was seriously injured onstage in 2008, leading to the end of his Broadway career.

The groundbreaking star of stage and screen passed away September 9 at the age of 93.

The EGOT-winning stage and screen icon died September 9 at the age of 93.

Mr. Jones brought groundbreaking intensity and gentility to his work as one of America's greatest actors.

Mr. McDonald was Tony nominated for his work designing the 2009 revival of Hair.

Ms. Deull led the company, which transports national tours of most major Broadway shows, for more than three decades.

The beloved usher, who instituted The Stoop on 44th Street, worked at the Broadway theatre for 23 years.

Mr. Epstein was among the producers for the 2003 Tony-winning Best Musical Hairspray.

Broadway Inspirational Voices, Crystal Monee Hall, and Bryce Pinkham are among the roster of artists helping to celebrate the Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder composer.

Gates died earlier this year while serving as production stage manager of the Tony-nominated dance musical.

In addition to his work as a stage and film director, Mr. Hardy was television producer and occasional performer.

The dancer, choreographer, actor, and director was once married to his West Side Story co-star, Chita Rivera, who passed away earlier this year.

He was a producer on The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, Ain't Too Proud, and Thoughts of a Colored Man.

An Oahu native, Ms. Stice worked in New York for 15 years before returning to Hawaii and continuing to perform locally.

For more than two decades, Mr. Kane dedicated his life to finding and uplifting new talent across the industry.

Ms. Paige was one of the last remaining stars of Hollywood's Golden Age of Cinema.

He was part of a songwriting team with his brother Robert B. Sherman.

Mr. Williams passed away peacefully, just days before previews begin for the upcoming Broadway revival of Home.

The Tony nominated musical cancelled its evening May 8 performance in response to the tragedy.

The younger brother of Angela Lansbury, Mr. Lansbury Broadway credits included Godspell, Gypsy, and The Subject Was Roses.

Mr. Floyd was also an accomplished drag artist under the name KoKo Aviance.

The four-time Drama Desk winner was responsible for the original Broadway productions of Grease, White Christmas, Yentl, and more.

Mr. Durang was a playwright and lyricist known for his outrageous and often-absurdist comedic flair.

Mr. Gossett was the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Known for creating the role of the Scarecrow in the original company of The Wiz, Mr. Battle died January 30 at the age of 67.

Mr. Lawrence was a beloved singer, actor, and comedian on both the stage and screen.

A frequent interpreter of Andrew Lloyd Webber's works, Ms. Balgord was Broadway's final Grizabella in the long-running musical's original run.

Mr. Bond was a prolific British playwright, penning more than 50 plays in addition to his work as a director and poet.

The late three-time Tony winner made his Broadway debut as the original Scarecrow in The Wiz.

In addition to his work as an actor, Mr. Flaherty was an accomplished playwright.

Ms. Gravátt, who made her Broadway debut at the age of 4, later became a beloved fixture of the Off-Broadway theatre scene.

Mr. Bernstein's decades-long theatre career includes roles in casting, management, and producing.

McKenzie was known for her performances in Ethel Merman's Broadway, Ruthless!, and more.

The West Side Story, Chicago, and Bye Bye Birdie star died January 30 at the age of 91.

Ms. Gentili was scheduled to reprise her intimate solo show Red Ink this April.

Theatrical landlord Mirvish Productions is the first to announce the traditional theatrical honor for the Broadway icon, who died January 30 at the age of 91.

The three-time Tony recipient passed away January 30 at the age of 91.

Mr. Battle made his Broadway debut as the original Scarecrow in The Wiz.

Ms. Rivera was a three-time Tony recipient, and a beloved icon of the stage and screen.

Mr. Jewison brought both Fiddler on the Roof and Jesus Christ Superstar to the big screen.

Mr. McCallum worked closely with Cameron Mackintosh as his managing director and business partner for 18 years.

Ms. Strasberg was the third wife of Lee Strasberg, and the executor of his estate, including the inherited rights to Marilyn Monroe's image.

Ms. Rice also performed in The Fantasticks Off-Broadway, 54 Below's Sondheim Unplugged, and in numerous operas around the world.

She also played Winifred Banks in the film musical Mary Poppins.

Mr. Hines passed away peacefully December 29 at the Actors Fund Home.

Ms. Burrows, who was once proclaimed "the queen of Black theatre," appeared in several Broadway productions, including The Skin of Our Teeth.

Playbill remembers the actors, directors, playwrights, and other familiar faces of the stage who died this year.

Mr. Nolan worked extensively with producer Cameron Mackintosh in the latter half of the 20th century.

Mr. Ngema was the creative mind behind Sarafina! and the vocal arranger for The Lion King.

The multiple Tony winner was responsible for the 1999 revival of Kiss Me, Kate that modernized the classic for a new generation.

Ms. Smith served as the standby for both Angela Lansbury and Bea Arthur in the original Broadway production of Mame.

Mr. Caiola was one half of the brother-sister company Caiola Productions, which has developed more than 50 Broadway shows.

Ms. Sternhagen appeared on Broadway in an impressive 26 plays and musicals.