As we continue to remember Mr. (Which, and how many, venues to dim is determined by the theater owners.)
Battles last Broadway appearance was in 1997.
When the partial dimming was announced, many online were disappointed.
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Do better, @BroadwayLeague.
(After todays updated announcement, the blog tweeted that the League makes the right decision.)
While it can seem like marquee dimmings are de rigueur for passings, the actual number is small.
Last year, the lights dimmed only three times (forTodd Haimes,Robin Wagner, andSheldon Harnick).
Most recently, all lights were dimmedfor Chita Rivera, who died the same day as Battle.
Hinton Battle will be remembered for his incredible array of roles on Broadway.
Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans.
Battle died January 30,at the age of 67.
He would go on to perform in some of Broadways most memorable roles for the next two decades.
On tour Battles credits includedRagtime, The Tap Dance Kid, Sophisticated LadiesandDancin.
