Gracie Allen News

The affable and amusing Marcia Roney is laying them in the aisles at Don't Tell Mama.

“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.

Actor/writer Tami Workentin wrote the play (her first) for herself and her real life husband, James Pickering. The jokes (with a bit of music and history thrown in) can fast and furious,. You could almost hear the rim shot.

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.

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.

North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.

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 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.

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.

Harris Center for The Arts will present entertainment legend Rita Rudner in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the upcoming performance here!

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.

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!

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.

Explore the meaning of vaudeville and its unique history in entertainment. Learn what made this variety art form a cultural cornerstone and how it's still influencing culture today.

Janet's Planet: A Tour Through the Solar System travels at the 'speed of thought,' introducing the wonders of the galaxy to families and young audiences throughout the country.

Shane Peterman, Producing Artistic Director has announced that WaterTower Theatre is continuing our dedication to the development of new Music Theatre works with a workshop of a new musical SAY GOODNIGHT by Steve Dorff, John Bettis, and Rick Hawkins.

Award-winning comedian and actress Mary Dimino is slated to perform at St. George Theatre on Thursday August 24th.  She brings with her the comedy troupe she founded, Supersized Women of Comedy, for a two-show event.

In addition to a melody of musicals in which Ms Lee has appeared and hopes to appear, Ruta offers a treasure trove of wonderful stories, anecdotes with rare first hand and authentic memories of the entertainment industry. 

The InterAct Theatre Company, now celebrating its 35th season, is proud to announce the cast of THE LAST PARADE. THE LAST PARADE is a “world premiere” by Stephanie Satie and will be directed by InterAct's founder and producing artistic director, Seth Rozin.

The MusicUNTOLD Orchestra and Los Angeles Master Chorale present the West Coast premiere of American composer Roy Harris’ Bicentennial Symphony.