The Drama League Associate Artistic Director, Nilan, Has Passed Away

The Drama League of New York's Associate Artistic Director Nilan passed away on January 4, 2026, due to a sudden illness involving complications from flu. Nilan is survived by his mother, Melle Johnson, and his sister, Malease Johnson. The details for a celebration of life memorial service will be announced shortly. "The sadness and shock, for all of us who called Nilan friend and hero, is beyond measure," said Artis…

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