"The Broadway League is the trade association overseeing the gesture. On October 4, it announced a partial dimming in Creel's memory. Eleven of the 41 theaters on Broadway would dim their lights in his memory. However, the announcement was met with complaints. Many felt Creel deserved more than a partial tribute."
"When a beloved figure in the theater world passes, Broadway theaters traditionally dim their lights for a few moments to mark the loss. This honor is reserved for the biggest names in the industry, such as Stephen Sondheim."
"In fact, we've rarely seen so many fellow celebrities pay such fulsome tribute to a performer who was clearly much loved. Fans and friends alike were stunned by his death at such a comparatively young age."
"A petition was started by theatre journalist and critic Adam Feldman. It's now gained over 22,000 signatures. Full dimming of Broadway theaters was later announced to honor several recent losses, including Gavin Creel."
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