Jim Cooney
Jim Cooney is an award-winning director/choreographer residing in New York City. His international body of work specializes in new musicals and reimagined revivals, though he also creates for TV/film, concerts, and events.
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Jim Cooney is an award-winning director/choreographer residing in New York City. His international body of work specializes in new musicals and reimagined revivals, though he also creates for TV/film, concerts, and events. His mission is to inspire conversation, affect change, and bring communities together. Please visit www.JimCooney.me for credits and to learn more.
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Review: THE BODYGUARD National Tour at The Stranahan Theater
by Julie Zatko - Oct 16, 2026
The Queen of the Night dazzles Toledo in this exciting production launch.
by Julie Zatko - Oct 16, 2026
The Queen of the Night dazzles Toledo in this exciting production launch.
THE BODYGUARD North American Tour Opens at The Stranahan
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2026
The national tour of THE BODYGUARD, based on the 1992 Whitney Houston film, launches at The Stranahan Theatre in Toledo after five weeks of rehearsals and technical preparations.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2026
The national tour of THE BODYGUARD, based on the 1992 Whitney Houston film, launches at The Stranahan Theatre in Toledo after five weeks of rehearsals and technical preparations.
THE BODYGUARD Tickets to Go on Sale at Tanger Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2026
The musical based on the 1992 Whitney Houston film will perform at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro, North Carolina, featuring Brooke Bailey and Jonathan Blansfield.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2026
The musical based on the 1992 Whitney Houston film will perform at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro, North Carolina, featuring Brooke Bailey and Jonathan Blansfield.
Interview: Samantha “Sami” Saltzman, Brooke Bailey, And Jonathan Blansfield of BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL at Broadway in Toledo
by Julie Zatko - Oct 8, 2026
As the national tour of The Bodyguard Musical prepares to launch in Toledo, Ohio, director Samantha “Sami” Saltzman and lead cast members Brooke Bailey (Rachel Marron) and Jonathan Blansfield (Frank Farmer) took time to speak with the press about bringing this new production to the stage.
by Julie Zatko - Oct 8, 2026
As the national tour of The Bodyguard Musical prepares to launch in Toledo, Ohio, director Samantha “Sami” Saltzman and lead cast members Brooke Bailey (Rachel Marron) and Jonathan Blansfield (Frank Farmer) took time to speak with the press about bringing this new production to the stage.
THE BODYGUARD Tickets to Go on Sale at Buddy Holly Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE BODYGUARD will become available for performances at Buddy Holly Hall as part of the Broadway at Buddy Holly Hall Series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE BODYGUARD will become available for performances at Buddy Holly Hall as part of the Broadway at Buddy Holly Hall Series.
THE BODYGUARD Tickets to Go on Sale for Broadway in Wichita
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Tickets for the international award-winning musical THE BODYGUARD will be available for performances at Century II Concert Hall as part of the Broadway in Wichita series.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Tickets for the international award-winning musical THE BODYGUARD will be available for performances at Century II Concert Hall as part of the Broadway in Wichita series.
THE BODYGUARD Tickets Will Go On Sale Next Week in South Bend
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Single tickets for THE BODYGUARD will go on sale Sept. 15 for performances Dec. 4-6 at the Morris Performing Arts Center, part of the Broadway in South Bend series.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Single tickets for THE BODYGUARD will go on sale Sept. 15 for performances Dec. 4-6 at the Morris Performing Arts Center, part of the Broadway in South Bend series.
Tickets to THE BODYGUARD at North Charleston PAC to go on Sale in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026
Tickets for THE BODYGUARD at The North Charleston Performing Arts Center will go on sale in August. Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026
Tickets for THE BODYGUARD at The North Charleston Performing Arts Center will go on sale in August. Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music.
Cast Set For New Version of THE BODYGUARD on North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
The full cast has been set for the new North American tour of THE BODYGUARD the Musical, which will launch in October. Learn more about the upcoming tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
The full cast has been set for the new North American tour of THE BODYGUARD the Musical, which will launch in October. Learn more about the upcoming tour here!
THE BODYGUARD To Play Providence Performing Arts Center, On Sale Date For Tickets Announced
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 13, 2026
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets for THE BODYGUARD will go on sale on this month. PPAC’s engagement of THE BODYGUARD is sponsored by Navigant Credit Union. THE BODYGUARD is part of the 2026/2027 Encore Series. Cox Media is the Encore Series’ media sponsor.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 13, 2026
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets for THE BODYGUARD will go on sale on this month. PPAC’s engagement of THE BODYGUARD is sponsored by Navigant Credit Union. THE BODYGUARD is part of the 2026/2027 Encore Series. Cox Media is the Encore Series’ media sponsor.
Ephraim Birney, Melissa Errico and More to Star in JACOB'S LADDER Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025
Jim Cooney will direct a staged reading of Dennis Bailey and David Mixner’s play JACOB’S LADDER. Learn more about the one night only event and see how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025
Jim Cooney will direct a staged reading of Dennis Bailey and David Mixner’s play JACOB’S LADDER. Learn more about the one night only event and see how to attend!
THE GREAT AMERICAN MOUSICAL Running Now At Legacy Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2024
The Great American Mousical at Legacy Theatre in Branford runs through July 28, featuring a witty tribute to life in the theatre with singing, dancing, and show biz lore.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2024
The Great American Mousical at Legacy Theatre in Branford runs through July 28, featuring a witty tribute to life in the theatre with singing, dancing, and show biz lore.
MY FAIR LADY Comes To Popejoy Hall In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024
The national tour of MY FAIR LADY has announced its cast for the 2023-2024 season.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024
The national tour of MY FAIR LADY has announced its cast for the 2023-2024 season.
Exclusive: Watch Rashidra Scott Sing from DIVIDED
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2024
Abingdon Theatre Company is getting ready to present their next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided. In this video, watch as we give you an exclusive sneak peak of 'Hallelujah', performed by Rashidra Scott and Robbie Cowan.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2024
Abingdon Theatre Company is getting ready to present their next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided. In this video, watch as we give you an exclusive sneak peak of 'Hallelujah', performed by Rashidra Scott and Robbie Cowan.
Talia Suskauer, Kimberly Marable, Carrie St. Louis, Rashidra Scott & More to Star in DIVIDED Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024
The cast has been set for Abingdon Theatre Company's next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided, a new musical composed by Kristen Rosenfeld with book and lyrics by Luanne Rosenfeld.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024
The cast has been set for Abingdon Theatre Company's next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided, a new musical composed by Kristen Rosenfeld with book and lyrics by Luanne Rosenfeld.
MY FAIR LADY Comes to the Benedum Center in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced that the Lincoln Center Theater's critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe's MY FAIR LADY is coming to Pittsburgh on January 30 to February 4, 2024, at the Benedum Center, 237 7th Street.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced that the Lincoln Center Theater's critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe's MY FAIR LADY is coming to Pittsburgh on January 30 to February 4, 2024, at the Benedum Center, 237 7th Street.
MY FAIR LADY Comes to Popejoy Hall in March
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023
Popejoy Presents Broadway in New Mexico is pleased to announce that the Lincoln Center Theater’s critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY is coming to Albuquerque March 21 – March 24, 2024 for six performances at Popejoy Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023
Popejoy Presents Broadway in New Mexico is pleased to announce that the Lincoln Center Theater’s critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY is coming to Albuquerque March 21 – March 24, 2024 for six performances at Popejoy Hall.
Abingdon Theatre Company's Broadway on the Bowery Series Continues with the Music of DIVIDED
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023
Abingdon Theatre Company will present their next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided, a new musical composed by Kristen Rosenfeld with book and lyrics by Luanne Rosenfeld. The performance will be directed by Jim Cooney with musical direction by Robbie Cowan.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023
Abingdon Theatre Company will present their next Broadway on the Bowery event, a concert performance of Divided, a new musical composed by Kristen Rosenfeld with book and lyrics by Luanne Rosenfeld. The performance will be directed by Jim Cooney with musical direction by Robbie Cowan.
MY FAIR LADY Comes to Toledo in December
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023
The American Theatre Guild is pleased to present the Lincoln Center Theater critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY. This production is part of the 23–24 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO SERIES and will take the Stranahan Theater stage December 14–17, 2023.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023
The American Theatre Guild is pleased to present the Lincoln Center Theater critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY. This production is part of the 23–24 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO SERIES and will take the Stranahan Theater stage December 14–17, 2023.
Lerner & Loewe's MY FAIRY LADY Comes to Madison This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023
Overture Center has announced that the Lincoln Center Theater's critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe's MY FAIR LADY is coming to Madison. With eight performances, the show will run Tuesday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 26 in Overture Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023
Overture Center has announced that the Lincoln Center Theater's critically acclaimed production of Lerner & Loewe's MY FAIR LADY is coming to Madison. With eight performances, the show will run Tuesday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 26 in Overture Hall.
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