Broadway Theaters Dimming Lights to Pay Tribute to Paul Newman

By Diane Smith
13:30, October 3rd 2008
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Broadway Theaters Dimming Lights to Pay Tribute to Paul Newman

Broadway theaters will honor one of its most emblematic figures – Paul Newman.
Officials said all Broadway theaters will dim their lights at curtain time on Friday in remembrance of the actor who died of cancer last week at the age of 83.

Paul Newman made his Broadway debut in 1953 with William Inge's “Picnic.” During production he fell in love with his future wife, Joanne Woodward. He later co-stared with Woodward in James Costigan's comedy “Baby Want a Kiss” in 1964.

He became famous for his roles in films such as “Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid” and “The Sting.” Newman’s good looks and cool style made him an representative Broadway star for almost six decades.

Officials of The Broadway League confirmed that the marquees of the New York theaters that line the streets fanning off Broadway and Times Square will be dimmed for 1 minute at 8 p.m. (midnight GMT) on Friday in commemoration of the great Paul Newman.

"The Broadway community mourns the loss of Paul Newman, the universally admired stage and screen actor, director, and philanthropist," the League’s statement said.

Paul Newman was nominated in 2003 for a Tony award for his role in the Broadway production of "Our Town," his last Broadway appearance.



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