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Maureen McGovern

Birth Place: Youngstown, OH, USA

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Mauren McGovern's Broadway credits include a list of stage premieres and national tours. Maureen made her Broadway debut in 1982 as "Mabel" in The Pirates of Penzance and then starred as "Luisa Contini" in Nine with the late Raul Julia. Another featured performance included her 1989 role as "Polly Peachum" in Three Penny Opera with Sting. In 1984 she originated the role of "Mary" in Brownstone and delighted critics and audiences with her definitive portrayal of her role of "Mrs. Anna" in the 1998 Broadway National Tour of The King and I. She received the Drama Desk nomination for her 2005 performance in Little Women, The Musical, originating the role of "Marme," which she reprised for the 2005-2006 Broadway National Tour.

Maureen performed in the West Coast Premiere of William Finn's Elegies at the Canon Theatre and then starred as "Countess Aurelia" in the historic revival of the Jerry Herman musical Dear World at The Sundance Institute Theatre. One of Maureen's personal favorite roles was originating the character "Eleanor Bridges" in the world premiere of Letters from Nam in Boston in 2001. Also, that year she made her dramatic debut as "Eleanor of Aquitaine" in The Lion in Winter at the Carpenter Square Theater. Other credits include "Madame Emery" in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, and "Mary Turner" in Of Thee I Sing/Let Them Eat Cake. She starred in productions and tours of "Nellie Forbush" in South Pacific, "Agnes" in I Do, I Do, as "Maria" in The Sound of Music, and "Sarah" and later "Adelaide" in Guys & Dolls.


A multi-Grammy nominee, recording artist, Broadway performer and superb songstress, Maureen first came to fame in 1972 with her Oscar-winning hit song, "The Morning After" from the film The Poseidon Adventure. That garnered her first Grammy nomination for "Best New Artist." In 1975 she recorded another Oscar-winning hit "We May Never Love Like This Again" from the film The Towering Inferno. Maureen made history in 1975 as the first singer to have recorded and introduced two Oscar nominated songs in the same year with "We May Never Love Like This Again" and "Wherever Love Takes Me" from Gold. Other hits include, "Can You Read My Mind" from the film Superman and "Different Worlds" from the TV series Angie. Maureen holds International Gold Records from the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, and the Philippines, as well as the Grand Prize Award from the 1975 Tokyo Music Festival. Since then, Maureen has recorded more than 25 albums throughout her career.


Maureen's series of successful solo albums include Another Women in Love (1987), State of the Heart (1988), Baby I'm Yours (1992), Out of This World: McGovern Sings Arlen (1996), The Music Never Ends: The Lyrics of Alan & Marilyn Bergman (1997), the children's album I Want to Learn to Fly (1981), her popular CBS Masterworks tribute recording to Gershwin, Naughty Baby (1989) and Sony Music holiday album, Christmas with Maureen McGovern (1998).

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Maureen McGovern STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2005
Marmee/The Hag

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
The Hag

Marmee

[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Marian

[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 2002
Countess Aurelia

[Broadway]
Broadway Concert, 1995
Performer

"A Cockeyed Optimist" Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1989
Polly Peachum

[West End]
London Concert Revival, 1989
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 1984
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Luisa Contini [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1981
Mabel [Replacement]

Mabel [Replacement]

[New York]
Reading, 1986
Margaret White

[New York]
New York Concert, 1987
Performer

[New York]
New York Concert, 1987
Performer


Maureen McGovern Movies

Airplane!
[ 1980 ] Nun
Airplane II: The Sequel
[ 1982 ] Nun
The Cure for Boredom
[ 2001 ] Waitress

Maureen McGovern TV Shows

Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man
Ajax

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Cabaret performer Bob Simonello  (FLIGHT, ROLLIN’ a 7, Barry Levitt’s CLASS  ACTS, Carly Ozard’s) is bringing his cabaret show ON MY WAY to the Green Room 42 on Sunday April 28th at 7 pm. The show explores his journey through pivotal moments in gay history from the 60s to the present and his quest to find the elusive Mr. Right.

Maria Schneider Orchestra, Christian Sands Trio, and More Play Birdland This Month


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming running March 11th - March 24th. Performers appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Maria Schneider Orchestra, Emilio Solla & La Inestable de Brooklyn, Christian Sands Trio, and Canadian Jazz Collective.

Linda Purl and Diva Jazz Orchestra Bring BIG BAND ROMANCE to Birdland in April


Birdland has announced that singer/actress Linda Purl, joined with internationally, acclaimed DIVA Jazz Orchestra, returns to its historic stage on Monday April 1 at 7pm.

Linda Purl Brings THIS COULD BE THE START to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael Next Month


Linda Purl has captivated millions of fans with her Broadway performances, her iconic television roles, as well as made for TV movies. Now she is coming to Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael for one night only of incredible music with her show This Could be the Start.

Broadway Theatre Project to Welcome Michael Orland To This Summer's 'Shaping The Artist'  Artistic Training Intensive


Broadway Theatre Project will welcome Michael Orland to this summer's artistic training program. Michael Orland will be working with the apprentices and creating an 'Open Mic Night' for them to perform. Learn about Shaping The Artist here!

Video: The Best of Broadway at the Kennedy Center Honors


The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!

Roundup: The 2023 Christmas Playlist


Let's round out the holidays and the year with one last Stephen Mosher roundup, shall we?

Rubicon Theatre Company to Present Kander & Ebb Musical Revue THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Directed By Wren T. Brown


Rubicon Theatre Company will present 'THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND,' a Kander & Ebb Musical Revue directed by Wren T. Brown. Get all the details about the opening night on December 9th at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura!

Jane Bunnett and Maqueque, Generation Gap Jazz Orchestra, and More to Play Birdland This Month


Repeat engagements include David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Eternity Band, Frank Vignola's Guitar Night, Birdland Big Band and Arturo O'Farrill & The Latin Jazz Orchestra. 

George Abud and Katrina Lenk, James Carter, and More to Play Birdland This Month


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced the jazz programming running February 28 through March 12. 

Violinist Sara Caswell's 'The Way To You' Out This March Via Anzic Records


Out March 3, 2023 via Anzic Records, The Way To You features Jesse Lewis, Ike Sturm, Jared Schonig and special guest Chris Dingman on a heartfelt, gorgeous set of originals and inspired arrangements.

Video: The Best Broadway Performances from the Kennedy Center Honors


The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!

A Cabaret Christmas Playlist For A Joyful, Jolly Season


The world of music features a cornucopia of Christmas albums, and in this day and age of playlists, Broadway World Cabaret has twenty songs that make for some good Christmas cheer.

Wake Up With BWW 8/23: KPOP Cast, Angelica Ross in CHICAGO Rehearsal, and More!


Top stories include casting for KPOP, the new musical headed to Broadway this season. The cast includes BoHyung, Min, Kevin Woo, and more! Plus, get a first look at Angelica Ross in rehearsal for Chicago, The Public announces casting for A Raisin in the Sun, and more!

Maureen McGovern Reveals Diagnosis With Posterior Cortical Atrophy


Broadway veteran Maureen McGovern has revealed that she has been diagnosed with posterior cortical atrophy with symptoms of Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia. In a message on her official website, Maureen shared that she can no longer travel, perform in concerts, or even drive.

BWW Interview: Dan Fortune of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub June 5th


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Tracie Bennett and Laiona Michelle Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


Olivier winner and Tony nominee Tracie Bennett (Hangmen, End of the Rainbow) and Laiona Michelle (Little Girl Blue, Amazing Grace) have joined the line-up for the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys.'

Sally Mayes, Nicolas King, Shereen Pimentel & More Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


Tony nominee Sally Mayes, Bistro winner Nicolas King, Shereen Pimentel, and Bistro winner Amy Jo Jackson (Joe’s Pub) have joined the line-up for the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5.

Kathryn Gallagher, Bonnie Milligan & More to Star in NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS Hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre


The 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will take place at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5. 

Marieann Meringolo Brings BETWEEN YESTERDAY AND TOMORROW - The Songs of Alan & Marilyn Bergman to Chelsea Table + Stage


Chelsea Table + Stage presents Marieann Meringolo in “Between Yesterday and Tomorrow - The Songs of Alan & Marilyn Bergman” on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 7:00PM.

Maureen McGovern FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Maureen McGovern been in?

Maureen McGovern has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Maureen McGovern been in?

Maureen McGovern has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Maureen McGovern's first West End show?

Maureen McGovern's first West End show was Nymph Errant which opened in 1989

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