George M. Cohan News

Inside Broadway has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000.

Read our interview with a long-time, long admired cabaret star who celebrates born in the same month (different year) as one of his idols (Noel Coward). It's our monthly Birthday Tribute feature.

WAITING IN THE WINGS at The Triad tells of the tribulations and triumphs of an understudy. Melodie Wolford is the talented lady in question. There's no question that she's star-worthy, not just star-adjacent.

Bernadette Peters joins Pacific Symphony for the 2024-25 Pops Season opener, performing classic show tunes and timeless melodies under the baton of Enrico Lopez-Yañez in Orange County. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE BRYCE EDWARDS FRIVOLITY HOUR is back at Birdland by popular demand on Monday, September 9 at 7 pm. Leading a hot jazz band, Edwards brings his singular verve and sensibility to songs made famous by great artists such as Cliff Edwards, Ted Lewis, Jack Teagarden, Rudy Vallée, and Bing Crosby.

June L. Walker Rogers, Broadway singer, dancer, and comedienne, who appeared on television and authored thirteen published plays and musicals, died on Monday, July 8th, at her home in Westport, CT. She was 97. 

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that writer and author Francine Pascal has died at age 92. Pascal is best known for writing the Sweet Valley High series of books. However, she also had ties to Broadway.

He was known as 'the man who owned Broadway': Born the first week in July, he wrote/produced/starred in dozens of Broadway shows and a statue of him stands in a key spot in the theatre district. His legacy still shines every 4th of July. We salute this writer, dancer, singer, actor, and producer, George M. Cohan.

 Actors Theatre of Indiana is joining forces once again with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Bring your friends and family and join ATI and CSO on July 3 as they celebrate our independence in the best way – with live music! This event, set at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel, is a great way to jumpstart your holiday celebration.  

From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Summer 2024 reading list.

Join JOEL GREY, DAVIS GAINES, LESLI MARGHERITA, and JOHN RUBINSTEIN for a GEORGE M. COHAN WEEKEND CELEBRATION at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS on June 29 and 30.

Playhouse on Park has announced its 2024-25 Season, the theme of which is “Reframing the Familiar.” Join Playhouse on Park for their 16th Anniversary Season as they explore new takes on classic films, traditions, and stories.

Fast paced one-man legendary tribute - George M. Cohan Tonight! - hits The Winter Park Playhouse Mainstage - May 10 - June 9, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup at 54 Below next week, featuring Linda Eder, Tony Danza and more. See the full schedule and learn how to purchase tickets.

Orlando is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for May 2024 include Hello, Dolly!, Rent, and more.

Fast paced one-man legendary tribute - George M. Cohan Tonight! - hits The Winter Park Playhouse Mainstage - May 10 - June 9, 2024

Get ready for THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE, a powerful new play presented by NewYorkRep. Explore themes of trauma, connection, and the complexities of hook ups from

Broadway came to Long Island recently as a range of vocalists and musicians gathered to honor and induct award-winning Broadway and movie lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame on March 23rd at its Stony Brook Museum location.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees. See who was nominated!