Broadway Theaters Will Dim Their Lights to Honor the Late John McMartin

Broadway theaters will their lights in honor of John McMartin, the Tony-nominated actor and original Follies star who died at the age of 86 earlier this month. Marquees will go dark on July 13 at 7:45 PM for exactly one minute. 

“John McMartin has been a frequent and beloved actor on Broadway for over six decades. He originated memorable roles in shows that are now considered classics,” said Charlotte St. Martin, President of the Broadway League, in a statement. “Our sincere thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues and fans.”

McMartin made his Broadway debut in The Conquering Hero before receiving Tony Award nominations for Sweet Charity (for a role he later went on to reprise in the film adaptation), Don Juan, Show Boat, High Society and Into the Woods. He last appeared on Broadway in the 2014 Tony-winning Best Play All the Way.