The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr. (1937"2026) will be honored at a special tribute at The Shubert Organization's Barrymore Theatre on April 27. Additional details to come. Woodie King Jr., a visionary force in Black theater who dedicated his life to amplifying Black and BIPOC voices in the performing arts, died on January 29 in New York City from complications of heart surgery. He was 88 years old. Born in…
SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM on February 25, 2026