The Drama League of New York's Associate Artistic Director Nilan passed away on January 4, 2026, due to a sudden illness involving complications from flu. Nilan is survived by his mother, Melle Johnson, and his sister, Malease Johnson. The details for a celebration of life memorial service will be announced shortly. "The sadness and shock, for all of us who called Nilan friend and hero, is beyond measure," said Artis…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM on January 6, 2026