George Burns
George Burns is an actor, source material whose BroadwayWorld credits include When Johnny Comes Marching Home.
Date of Birth: January 20, 1896
Date of Death: March 09, 1996 (100)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for the World Premiere of GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2026-04-07 17:29:58
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Irving Berlin Letters on MISS LIBERTY, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Auctioned Off
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
RR Auction is offering a 24-letter archive from Irving Berlin to journalist Irving Hoffman and his father, spanning nearly three decades of Broadway and Hollywood correspondence.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
RR Auction is offering a 24-letter archive from Irving Berlin to journalist Irving Hoffman and his father, spanning nearly three decades of Broadway and Hollywood correspondence.
Interview: Brian Leonard of THERAPIST ZERO @ The Hudson Theater in our Hollywood Fringe Festival!
by Gavin Glynn - May 31, 2026
Brian Leonard's current show, Therapist Zero, is directed by Ken Sonkin, in a raw and deeply human production that recently completed a limited Off-Broadway run and was named a San Francisco Chronicle “Critic’s Pick.” The performance traces Brian’s two-decade journey parenting an emotionally volatile daughter through a confounding mental health system, while reflecting on his own unconventional Southside Chicago childhood.
by Gavin Glynn - May 31, 2026
Brian Leonard's current show, Therapist Zero, is directed by Ken Sonkin, in a raw and deeply human production that recently completed a limited Off-Broadway run and was named a San Francisco Chronicle “Critic’s Pick.” The performance traces Brian’s two-decade journey parenting an emotionally volatile daughter through a confounding mental health system, while reflecting on his own unconventional Southside Chicago childhood.
Video: Watch the GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY Trailer
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026
“George & Gracie: A Love Story” is now onstage, starring real-life husband-and-wife duo James Pickering and Tami Workentin as legendary comedy couple George Burns and Gracie Allen! Settle in for a night of vaudeville magic.
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026
“George & Gracie: A Love Story” is now onstage, starring real-life husband-and-wife duo James Pickering and Tami Workentin as legendary comedy couple George Burns and Gracie Allen! Settle in for a night of vaudeville magic.
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for the World Premiere of GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has released rehearsal footage of George & Gracie: A Love Story, the World Premiere of Tami Workentin's new play now running through June 14, 2026 at the Stackner Cabaret.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has released rehearsal footage of George & Gracie: A Love Story, the World Premiere of Tami Workentin's new play now running through June 14, 2026 at the Stackner Cabaret.
GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY World Premiere to be Presented at Milwaukee Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the World Premiere of George & Gracie: A Love Story by Tami Workentin May 1 – June 14, 2026, in the Stackner Cabaret.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the World Premiere of George & Gracie: A Love Story by Tami Workentin May 1 – June 14, 2026, in the Stackner Cabaret.
SAY GOODNIGHT, GRACIE Comes to Act II Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Say Goodnight, Gracie” by Rupert Holmes. The one-man show stars Tony Braithwaite in the role of comedy icon, George Burns.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Say Goodnight, Gracie” by Rupert Holmes. The one-man show stars Tony Braithwaite in the role of comedy icon, George Burns.
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
Debbie Gravitte Will Lead BIG BAND BROADWAY at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
“Big Band Broadway,” a concert of Broadway's greatest hits starring Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte backed by a six-piece band, will be presented by Westport Country Playhouse for five performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
“Big Band Broadway,” a concert of Broadway's greatest hits starring Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte backed by a six-piece band, will be presented by Westport Country Playhouse for five performances.
Milwaukee Rep to Open $80 Million Associated Bank Theater Center in October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will unveil its newly rebuilt home next month, following an $80 million renovation project that has transformed the historic Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater into the Associated Bank Theater Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will unveil its newly rebuilt home next month, following an $80 million renovation project that has transformed the historic Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater into the Associated Bank Theater Center.
VANYA & SONIA & MASHA & SPIKE to be Presented at Bristol Riverside Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
Bristol Riverside Theatre is launching its 2025-26 mainstage season with Christopher Durang's Tony Award-winning comedy Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
Bristol Riverside Theatre is launching its 2025-26 mainstage season with Christopher Durang's Tony Award-winning comedy Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. Learn more!
Nancy Hays and Mary Heffernan To Celebrate Judy & Liza in Two Mother's Day Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Real life mother/daughter duo Nancy Hays and Mary Heffernan will re-create the famed 'Once in a Lifetime' concert of the legendary mother/daughter stars Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Real life mother/daughter duo Nancy Hays and Mary Heffernan will re-create the famed 'Once in a Lifetime' concert of the legendary mother/daughter stars Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.
Jennifer Childs And Tony Braithwaite To Reunite For 1812 Productions' LET'S PRETEND WE'RE MARRIED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
Philadelphia theatre legends Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs will reunite on stage for the return of their popular 2013 production Let's Pretend We're Married, a delightful cabaret presented by 1812 Productions. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
Philadelphia theatre legends Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs will reunite on stage for the return of their popular 2013 production Let's Pretend We're Married, a delightful cabaret presented by 1812 Productions. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MISERY, PROOF, and More Set For Act II Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025
Act II Playhouse has announced its slate of 2025-2026 productions. Subscriptions and discount rates are now available. Learn more about the full season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025
Act II Playhouse has announced its slate of 2025-2026 productions. Subscriptions and discount rates are now available. Learn more about the full season here!
COME FROM AWAY & More Set for Milwaukee Rep 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed its inaugural season of the Associated Bank Theater Center, its new home for entertaining, provoking, and engaging theater. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed its inaugural season of the Associated Bank Theater Center, its new home for entertaining, provoking, and engaging theater. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
J. Harrison Ghee & More to Perform at Legacy Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025
Give your Valentine the gift of Broadway with tickets to Legacy Theatre's Valentine's Day Weekend Sunday Broadway Concert featuring J. Harrison Ghee. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025
Give your Valentine the gift of Broadway with tickets to Legacy Theatre's Valentine's Day Weekend Sunday Broadway Concert featuring J. Harrison Ghee. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee And More Come To Legacy Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024
Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024
Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.
Review: Jazz Singer VICKI BURNS Brightens a Sunday Afternoon at 92NY
by Rob Lester - Nov 8, 2024
Vicki Burns is a singer who pleases, scats, swings, and is a modest but solid presence. If you missed her concert in-person at 92NY, part of the free Faculty Concert Series, you can hear most of what you missed on her CD called Lotus Blossom Days.
by Rob Lester - Nov 8, 2024
Vicki Burns is a singer who pleases, scats, swings, and is a modest but solid presence. If you missed her concert in-person at 92NY, part of the free Faculty Concert Series, you can hear most of what you missed on her CD called Lotus Blossom Days.
Comedian Don Barnhart Launches Alive & Kickin' Comedy Tour In Las Vegas
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
Comedian Don Barnhart has announced his return to the stage with the Alive & Kickin’ Comedy Tour in Las Vegas after a six-month hiatus due to health issues.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
Comedian Don Barnhart has announced his return to the stage with the Alive & Kickin’ Comedy Tour in Las Vegas after a six-month hiatus due to health issues.
THE SUNSHINE BOYS to Play Studio Theatre of Long Island Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
Studio Theatre of Long Island announced a production of Neil Simon's play, THE SUNSHINE BOYS. This classic comedy, originally featuring Jack Albertson and Sam Levene, will be performed at Manes Studio Theatre.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
Studio Theatre of Long Island announced a production of Neil Simon's play, THE SUNSHINE BOYS. This classic comedy, originally featuring Jack Albertson and Sam Levene, will be performed at Manes Studio Theatre.
Review: ALL THINGS EQUAL: THE LIFE & TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG at HOBBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
by Brett Cullum - Sep 6, 2024
No matter what side of the aisle you fall on, this is a fascinating tribute to a legal lady who taught us all what it means to be both feminine and ferocious. To quote a previous BROADWAY WORLD critic, it is “a must-see.” And in these days, right before the election of 2024, it is imperative to consider what Ruth is saying.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 6, 2024
No matter what side of the aisle you fall on, this is a fascinating tribute to a legal lady who taught us all what it means to be both feminine and ferocious. To quote a previous BROADWAY WORLD critic, it is “a must-see.” And in these days, right before the election of 2024, it is imperative to consider what Ruth is saying.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has George Burns been in?
George Burns has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has George Burns been in?
George Burns has not appeared in the West End
How many shows has George Burns written?
George Burns has written 1 shows including Say Goodnight, Gracie (Source Material).
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