Patrick Stewart to receive poignant 'lights out' tribute in London's West End theatres
London's theater community will pay its respects to the celebrated Shakespearean performer with a special two-minute ceremony, recognising a remarkable stage career that spanned seven decades before his death aged 86.
Sir Patrick Stewart will be honoured with a poignant tribute in London's West End as theatres prepare to dim their lights in memory of the acclaimed British actor, who died aged 86.
The Star Trek and X-Men star died at his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, October 28, following Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.
Theatres across London's famous entertainment district are now getting set to lower their lights for two minutes at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, recognszing his seven-decade career, including 16 years with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Hannah Essex, co-chief executive of the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, announced the tribute, describing Stewart as one of Britain's most accomplished theatrical performers.
She said: "The theatre industry is mourning the loss of one of the greatest stage actors this country has ever seen."
Essex added: "Sir Patrick Stewart was an acting giant whose seven-decade career is testament to his extraordinary talent and presence."
She continued: "We are proud to be able to pay tribute to him and extend our condolences to his loved ones."
Stewart began his professional theatrical career at Bristol's Theatre Royal in 1959 before joining the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1966, eventually appearing in approximately 60 productions.
