George M! 1968 - Articles Page 5

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.

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Video: Talia Suskauer & Graham Phillips On Axelrod PAC's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Joshua Wright - Mar 1, 2024


Watch as Talia Suskauer and Graham Phillips talk about bringing Stephen Sondheim's Pulitzer Prize-winning Sunday in the Park with George to the Axelrod PAC and what the show means to them.

Paying Homage to Virginia Lane, the Mythical Star of Brazilian Revue Theater, A VEDETE DO BRASIL Opens in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 1, 2024


Suely Franco, Flavia Monteiro and Bela Quadros star in the production that celebrates the centenary of the iconic revue theater artist Viginia Lane with direction by Claudia Netto and musical direction by Alfredo Del-Penho.

Tim Connell Returns To NYC's Pangea In LUCKY ME This St. Patrick's Day
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024


Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Tim Connell's return to NYC's Pangea, showcasing his Irish heritage in the joyous show LUCKY ME, on Saturday, March 16 at 7PM.

Smoke Jazz Club Begins 25th Anniversary Celebrations with NEA Jazz Master George Coleman
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024


SMOKE Jazz Club will present the first of many 25th anniversary celebrations starting with George Coleman and special guests.

Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024


Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.

Peabody Institute Announces Spring 2024 Peabody Performance Series at Hopkins Bloomberg Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024


Discover the Spring 2024 lineup for the Peabody Performance Series at DC's JHU Bloomberg Center. Presented by Johns Hopkins Peabody Institute, the series promises an exciting season of performances.

Billie Eilish, Jon Batiste & More to Perform at the Oscars
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2024


Billie Eilish and Finneas, Jon Batiste, Becky G, and Scott George and the Osage Singers will be joining Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson as performers at this year's Oscars. Find out all the details about this year's Oscars performances now!

Guest Conductor and Pianist Revealed For No Name Pops' Peter Nero Tribute Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024


Special guest conductor, Carl Topilow, and renowned pianist George Burton, will appear at the No Name Pops’ upcoming concert, Timeless: A Tribute to the Legacy of Peter Nero. 

New York Times Photojournalist Michelle V. Agins Makes Museum Debut at the Zimmerli
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024


Discover the groundbreaking work of NYTimes Photojournalist Michelle V. Agins at the Zimmerli Art Museum. Explore 66 captivating photographs showcasing race relations, celebrity culture, sports, and more. Join Agins for an artist talk and reception on April 21, 2024.

Guthrie Theater To Present Shakespeare's RICHARD II, HENRY IV And HENRY V In Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024


Guthrie Theater will present a rotating repertory of Shakespeare's History Plays. Dive into the rich tapestry of historical dramas on stage.

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024


Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!

Justin Austin to Star In New York Premiere Of Damien Geter's COTTON at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024


2024 Marian Anderson Vocal Award winner Justin Austin will star in composer Damien Geter's COTTON, presented by The 92nd Street Y, New York. Learn more about the premiere and see how to purchase tickets.

Young Players to Present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS JR. Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024


Don't miss the talented casts of MARY POPPINS JR. presented by Young Players. Join us for a magical performance at the Historic Royal Theatre in Downtown Benton, Arkansas.

Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024


Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!

GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performances here!

Interview: Audra McDonald talks about AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, her role in 'Rustin' and more
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 23, 2024


When it comes to concerts, Audra McDonald says she’s learned to choose a song list that really appeals to her. And she’s done just that for her current tour, which will bring her to Symphony Hall for her eighth appearance with the Celebrity Series of Boston, this time with an orchestra of local musicians, on February 27.

George Gershwin's First Musical Rediscovered After Nearly A Century
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024


George Gershwin's long-lost first musical has been unearthed by a Michigan researcher after almost a century.

ON SET WITH THEDA BARA Extends One Week Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


Due to critical acclaim and popular demand, Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre have announced a one-week extension of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new dates here!

GROUNDED by Jeanine Tesori to Open The Metropolitan Opera's 2024�"25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


The Metropolitan Opera has unveiled the 2024–25 season lineup. Learn about the operas being presented and see how to purchase tickets.

Suede, The George Gritzbach Band, and Goodnight Moonshine Will Take the Stage At Spire Center For Performing Arts In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


Three new shows have been announced at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA. American Pop and Jazz singer Suede returns to the Spire Center on June 14, Roots and Rhythm Blues group The George Gritzbach Band performs on July 27, and Jazz duo Goodnight Moonshine plays on August 15. Tickets go on sale on Saturday, February 24 at 6:00 on the Spire website.

Miller Theatre To Presents 3-Part Bach Concert Series Curated By Simone Dinnerstein
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will present a series of three BACH concerts with pianist/curator Simone Dinnerstein. Concerts will take place at Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street). Tickets starting at $30.

THE CANCER DETECTIVES to Premiere in March on PBS
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2024


The story of how the life-saving cervical cancer test became an ordinary part of women's lives is as unusual and remarkable as the coalition of people who ultimately made it possible: a Greek immigrant, Dr. George Papanicolaou; his intrepid wife, Mary; Japanese-born artist Hashime Murayama; Dr. Helen Dickens, an OBGYN in Philadelphia.

Brooklyn Art Song Society to Present CIRCLES VI: THE FEBRUARY HOUSE in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024


Brooklyn Art Song Society will present Circles VI: The February House, a program inspired by the Brooklyn-Heights-based artist commune that housed Benjamin Britten, Kurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, and W.H. Auden. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: The Cast of JELLY'S LAST JAM at City Center Encores! Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 16, 2024


Jelly’s Last Jam runs February 21 through March 3 at New York City Center. The company recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand to chat with them about the upcoming show. Check out photos from the press event here!

Avalanche Orchestra Celebrates 100th Anniversary of George Gershwin's RHAPSODY IN BLUE At Suny College of Optometry
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2024


Avalanche Orchestra commemorates 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue at SUNY College of Optometry.

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.

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