George M! 1968

Opened: April 10, 1968

George M! - 1968 - Broadway History , Info & More

Palace Theatre (Broadway)
1564 Broadway New York, NY

GEORGE M! tells the life story of George M. Cohan, a giant of the American Musical Theater who gave us such songs asYankee Doodle Dandy, Over There, You're A Grand Old Flag, and Give My Regards to Broadway. The show follows him over a 60-year period period from the late 1880s until 1937. The story begins with his childhood in Rhode Island on the vaudeville circuit with his parents and sister as "The Four Cohans," continuing to New York, where he starts his 25-year absolute reign of the Broadway stage.

Get George M! Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Royal City Musical Theatre to Present MARY POPPINS THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2024


For its 32nd season Royal City Musical Theatre (RCMT) is presenting the enchanting Broadway musical Mary Poppins at the Massey Theatre now through May 12, 2023.

El Ensamble Unforgettable Rendirá Homenaje A Tony Bennett En El Ciclo Jazz Y Algo Más...
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024


En el marco del programa Música Inbal en los museos, dentro del ciclo Jazz y algo más…, organizado por la Secretaría de Cultura federal y el Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal), se llevará a cabo el concierto Unforgettable, Recordando a Tony Bennett, el domingo 28 de abril, a las 13:30 h, en el Museo José Luis Cuevas.

Akropolis Reed Quintet, Pascal Le Boeuf and Christian Euman Release New Album, Are We Dreaming The Same Dream?
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024


Are We Dreaming The Same Dream? - a new album from Akropolis Reed Quintet, composer and pianist Pascal Le Boeuf, and drummer Christian Euman - is out now on Bright Shiny Things.

ODC/Dance Reveals Program for its Summer Sampler Taking Place in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2024


ODC/Dance has revealed the program for its annual SUMMER SAMPLER. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Nominees Revealed For The 13th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024


Broadway In Chicago has announced the 24 student nominees for Best Performer in an Actor and Actress role, and nominees for Best Ensemble, Best Direction and Best Production for the 13th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards.

Casts and Creative Teams Announced for SOUND BITES ELEVEN, 11th Annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024


Theatre Now New York has announced the casts and creative teams of the 10 short musicals to be presented in its SOUND BITES ELEVEN Festival of 10-Minute Musicals.

The 3rd Annual Japan Parade Returns To NYC In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


The 3rd annual Japan Parade in New York City will be held on Saturday, May 11, beginning at 1pm.

See Composer/Pianist Lowell Liebermann & Flutist Brandon Patrick George In Recital in Newburgh, NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Join renowned composer/pianist Lowell Liebermann and GRAMMY-winning flutist Brandon Patrick George for a recital featuring Liebermann's works for flute in Newburgh, NY. Learn where and when you can see the performance!

Interview: Brent Bristow And Noah Hungate of EMERALD CITY COUNCIL
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 25, 2024


Life is about making connections, and when my daughter told me she wanted me to interview her Band Director Brent Bristow at Arkansas State University Beebe because he started a band named EMERALD CITY COUNCIL and released a new album entitled MOTION CARRIES, I was intrigued.

SUFFS' Ally Bonino in the April 2024 Debut of the Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ally Bonino, who is currently making her Broadway debut in the new musical Suffs. Learn more about the show!

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Reveals Cristian MÓ�celaru as Next Music Director
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra has appointed conductor Cristian Mӑcelaru as the 14th Music Director in the Orchestra’s 129-year history, succeeding Louis Langrée.

Sarasota Orchestra Reveals 2024-2025 Season Featuring Five Concert Series & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024


Sarasota Orchestra has unveiled its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Saint Sebastian Players Reveal 43rd Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024


The Saint Sebastian Players have announced the company's laughter-filled 43rd season, including a supernatural romantic comedy, a classic farce and an endearing celebration of female bonding. Performances take place at SSP's home in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago.

Steven Skybell, Christine Pedi & More to Star in HEARTBREAK HOUSE at Gingold Theatrical Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group will continue the 19th season of Project Shaw with Heartbreak House by George Bernard Shaw. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024


Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more.

11,000+ NYC Students Participate In Interactive Link Up Concerts At Carnegie Hall This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Over 11,000 students from New York City will participate in the interactive Link Up concerts at Carnegie Hall from May 21 to 23, 2024, as part of an innovative educational program.

Mae West's THE DRAG Begins Performances At The Heritage Center Theatre This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Drag culture meets drawing room dramedy as ActorsNET opens Mae West's flamboyantly funny show, THE DRAG, on Friday, April 26th at the Heritage Center Theater. 

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Celebrates Music Director Daniel Stewart In His Final Concert This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Join the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra as they honor Music Director Daniel Stewart in his final concert on May 19. Celebrate the end of an era with stunning performances and heartfelt tributes.

South Bay Musical Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For MARY POPPINS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


South Bay Musical Theatre reveals the cast and creative team for the enchanting production of MARY POPPINS, running from May 18 to June 8, 2024. The beloved classic promises a magical journey for all ages, featuring original music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman.

Video: Jonathan Groff Talks MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Jonathan Groff, who is currently playing the role of Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna on Monday. In the interview, Groff discussed some of the prominent people who have come to see the show, and how his approach to acting has changed over the years. Watch the video here!

Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024


Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.

EATING RAOUL: THE MUSICAL Original Cast Recording is Available After Being Out Of Print For More Than 20 Years
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024


The original cast recording of the Off-Broadway show, 'Eating Raoul: The Musical,' is finally available on all major streaming platforms after more than two decades of being out of print.

UArts and No Name Pops to Present Music on the Square This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024


In a first-time partnership, University of the Arts and The No Name Pops, the former musicians of The Philly Pops, have planned the UArts Music on the Square series with two evenings of music on Rittenhouse Square. See details!

Industry Pro Newsletter: Disneyland Parade and Character Performers Seek Union Protections
by Alex Freeman - Apr 22, 2024


Charleston Stage has a new Managing Director, and Dallas Theater Center has a new interim Artistic Director. Along with these movements of the regional leadership carousel, Seattle Opera has introduced a new Artistic Ambassador, a role designed to help bridge the gap between the stage and the community, and foster new audiences.

Darnell Abraham Talks Challenges of Playing His Role in HAMILTON
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 22, 2024


Darnell Abraham, the American actor who brought George Washington to life in the global sensation “Hamilton,” recently shared his insights with BroadwayWorld. He delved into his profound connection with the role, the unique challenges it presents, and the distinctiveness of the current international tour of “Hamilton” that sets it apart for everyone involved.

George M! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of George M! have there been?
George M! has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1968, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1969 and US Tour which opened in 1970.
What Tony Awards has George M! been nominated for?
Best Choreography for Joe Layton.
What Tony Awards has George M! won?
Best Choreography for Joe Layton, .
What awards has George M! been nominated for?
George M! has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards for Bernadette Peters.
What awards has George M! won?
George M! has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Bernadette Peters.

Videos