(Despite what the word committee might suggest, the Owners Committee operates independently of the League.)

The announcements were attributed to The Broadway Theatre Owners Committee, with no mention of the Broadway League.

Deadline has confirmed that the League will no longer participate in the dimming announcements.

Broadway’s marquee lights go dark to honor Stephen Sondheim  on December 08, 2021

Broadway’s marquee lights go dark to honor Stephen Sondheim in 2021Getty Images

Its a moment for both theatre professionals and audiences to reflect on the legacy and impact of the artist.

Todays release by Polk PR on behalf of the Committee set December 3 as the dimming for Creel.

That announcement also stated that the Committee is reviewing their current dimming policy and procedures.

Broadway Dims Lights For Barbara Cook (2017)