West End theatres to dim lights for producer Paul Elliott

Theatres across London’s West End will dim their lights for two minutes at 7pm on Wednesday 28 January in remembrance of producer Paul Elliott, who has died aged 84.

Elliott’s career spanned more than six decades, during which he produced over 60 West End productions alongside hundreds of pantomimes across the UK.

In a statement, Society of London Theatre president Kash Bennett said that Elliott was a significant figure in British theatre, adding: “His work ranged from long-running commercial musicals to acclaimed dramas such as the Olivier Award-winning Stones in his Pockets.

“Through partnership with Duncan C. Weldon, and productions featuring many of the UK’s most celebrated actors, Paul helped shape the modern commercial theatre landscape at home and internationally. On behalf of SOLT & UK Theatre, I extend our sincere condolences to Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues at this sad time.”