Gates, who was struck and killed by a New Jersey Transit train yesterday.
With heavy hearts we mourn the passing of our Production Stage Manager, Thomas J.
Gates, the production posted on social media today.
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Thom was the center ofIllinoiseon Broadway, a beloved friend and collaborator.
We are devasted for his husband Rick, another member of theIllinoisecommunity.
We dedicate the run ofIllinoiseto Thom and his loving memory.
Off Broadway credits include last years Lincoln Center Theater production ofThe Gardens of Anuncia.
Sara Bareilles, composer, lyricist and star ofWaitress, paid tribute to Gates on Instagram.
He was funny, usually without meaning to be.
He was soft spoken.
Tired and overworked, but I never heard him complain.
He was the first one In and the last one out.
Today is unspeakably tragic for many reasons- I cant even put words to it.
Thom Gates will be missed and loved.
I hope he knew that.
Thom was an amazing person and this has left a huge hole in the world.
These two amazing human beings led our company on our journey since the beginning.
We dedicate the run of Illinoise to Thom and his loving memory.
