Thomas J. Gates, a veteran Broadway stage manager most recently associated with the musical 'Illinoise,' tragically died at the age of 51 after being struck by a NJ Transit train. Gates was a central figure in the Broadway community, known for his role as a Production Stage Manager. The 'Illinoise' team, including notable figures like Sara Bareilles, has dedicated the run of the musical to him, mourning the loss of a beloved friend and collaborator. His death has left the community devastated, including his husband Rick, who is also a member of the 'Illinoise' community.
Longtime Broadway stage manager Thomas J. Gates fatally hit by NJ Transit train: ‘We are devastated ‘ https://t.co/NYo5IQJJqG https://t.co/3lzCyjau1F
Longtime Broadway stage manager Thomas J. Gates fatally hit by NJ Transit train: ‘We are devastated ‘ https://t.co/1s1Aq5f0xY https://t.co/yhfHzeMj9c
Longtime Broadway Stage Manager Thomas J. Gates Dead at 51 After Being Struck by Train https://t.co/8l9wfMEhd8
'Illinoise' Dedicates Run Of Broadway Musical To Thomas J. Gates, Production Stage Manager Struck And Killed By Train; Sara Bareilles Pays Tribute https://t.co/PodUJGPlXH
Broadway veteran stage manager Thomas J. Gates, most recently working on "Illinoise," was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train. https://t.co/mK17c2p6vt
With heavy hearts we mourn the passing of our Production Stage Manager, Thomas J. Gates. Thom was the center of Illinoise on Broadway, a beloved friend and collaborator. We are devasted for his husband Rick, another member of the Illinoise community. (1/2) https://t.co/SzZttdiy5H