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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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GEORGE M! Celebration at 54 Below To Be Directed by Lawrence Leritz
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026


Dancers Over 40 will present a celebration of GEORGE M! at 54 Below, directed by Broadway's Lawrence Leritz, featuring original cast members performing George M. Cohan songs from the 1968 Broadway musical.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 24, 2026- Broadway Blizzard Updates and More
by - Feb 24, 2026


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Jonelle Allen Recalls Performing in GEORGE M! on Broadway After MLK Assassination
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 23, 2026


In an exclusive clip from Soapy, Jonelle Allen is looking back at the fateful night when Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Watch the clip, where she recalls learning the news during the intermission of George M! on Broadway.

MABOU MINES Explores Cinematic Ventures in New Film Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026


Mabou Mines, a pioneering American avant-garde theater company, will present a film series showcasing their rare cinematic projects. The films include Archive (2001) and more.

Allison Bailey, GOLDEN BOY IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026


Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Allison Bailey, Jordan Tyson and more. 

Joel Grey and Phylicia Rashad to be Honored at Center Theatre Group 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026


Center Theatre Group will present CTG: The Gala, the not-for-profit's annual event which will be held at The Music Center, featuring cocktails and dinner on the Jerry Moss Plaza and a one-night-only show at the Mark Taper Forum.

Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and More to Perform at 54 Below in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026


Next month, 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and more. 

Broadway Icon Bernadette Peters Comes To NJPAC In May 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025


New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present an evening with three-time award-winning actress, singer, and Broadway icon Bernadette Peters. The performance will take place on Sunday, May 31, at 7:00 p.m..

Lost Broadway Theaters Still Standing... Continued!
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 28, 2025


Multiple lost Broadway theaters intersect with the Hammerstein family. This follows since Oscar Hammerstein I was a theater owner and builder. In addition to Hammerstein’s which was named after him and is now the Ed Sullivan, and the New Victory which he originally built, there is also the Hammerstein Ballroom. Read more here!

Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has revealed its 25/26 season of programming, running September 2025 through May 2026. See full programming here!

EVITA, RENT, GREASE and More Lead Boston's Hot Summer 2025 Theater Picks
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 1, 2025


Because of its great cultural and intellectual influence, Boston has been known as the Athens of America for centuries. That sobriquet is as true today as ever thanks to the area’s vibrant theater scene featuring pre-Broadway productions and national tours, Tony Award-winning regional theaters, and a host of other theater companies presenting everything from Shakespeare to classic and contemporary plays, musicals and concerts.

A History of Pop Music Bio-Musicals
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 29, 2025


Just In Time’s origin story as well as overall conceit has much in common with one of Broadway’s very first jukebox musicals, which was ahead of its time. In 1985, Leader of the Pack, telling the story of pop singer-songwriter Ellie Greenwich, opened at the Ambassador on Broadway. Learn all about pop music bio-musicals here!

What is the History of New Musicals at the Public Theater?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 20, 2025


The new musical Goddess can currently be seen in its New York premiere production at the Public Theater on Lafayette Street. Directed by the Public’s associate artistic director and resident director Saheem Ali, who is currently Tony Award-nominated for directing Buena Vista Social Club, Goddess is playing at the Public’s largest space by capacity, the Newman Theatre.

Aly & AJ, Betty Who and More Set for The Ford 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2025


The LA Phil today will present The Ford 2025 season, featuring performances The LA Phil today will present The Ford 2025 season, featuring performances from July 18 to October 31. See the full lineup!

ALL EYES ON: LAINIE KAZAN Richard Jay-Alexander Shares His Chat and Visit With The Iconic Star As She Celebrates Her 85th Birthday
by Richard Jay-Alexander - May 15, 2025


Ms. Kazan was on my radar for as long as I can remember when I started to get interested in theatre, music and show business and had “secret” subscriptions to magazines that focused on those passions.

Penn Live Arts Announces Music, Dance, and Theatre Lineups for 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2025


Penn Live Arts, known for its presentation of thought-provoking and transformational performances across multiple genres, announces its 2025-26 season, curated by Executive and Artistic Director Christopher A. Gruits.

Mount Wilson Observatory Unveils 2025 Lineup Including Concerts, Films, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025


Mount Wilson Observatory, Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, has announced its 2025 season of public events and telescope observing opportunities.

Broadway Musicals for Every US State
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 13, 2025


This time, the reader question was: There are only three states in America without known Broadway musicals set within their borders. Can you guess which three? WE're breaking it down state by state.

Isaac Mizrahi, Sona Jobarteh, And More Come To SFJAZZ In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025


SFJAZZ has announced the lineup of upcoming arts for April 2025. Performances will be held at SFJAZZ, either in the Joe Henderson Lab or Miner Auditorium.

Bossa Nova Creator TOM JOBIM is Honored in a Biographical Musical
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 5, 2025


After big success in Rio, Tom Jobim Musical arrives in São Paulo, to celebrate the life and legacy of one of the greatest names in Brazilian music, presenting iconic songs. The super production by Bonus Track and Bárbaro! Productions, stars Elton Towersey (Tom) and Otávio Müller (Vinicius), with book by Nelson Motta and Pedro Brício, musical direction by Thiago Gimenes and direction by João Fonseca.

Bill Medley (The Righteous Brothers) Releases Single 'He Stopped Loving Her Today'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 7, 2025


Legendary artist Bill Medley, best known as one-half of GRAMMY-winning duo The Righteous Brothers, has released his newest release “He Stopped Loving Her Today.' Listen to it here.

Bill Medley (Righteous Brothers) Releases New Single 'Cryin' Time (ft. Michael McDonald)'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025


Legendary artist Bill Medley, best known as one-half of GRAMMY-winning duo The Righteous Brothers, released his new single “Cryin’ Time” in collaboration with iconic artist Michael McDonald of Steely Dan/ the Doobie Brothers. Listen to it here.

The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival to Return in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2025


The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival will return for its third season with screenings at the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the programming!

SUN & STARS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL To Premiere 12 Films By Or About Women
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2025


The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival will return for its third season with screenings at the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts and EVO Entertainment Delray Marketplace.

The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024


Further dates have been set for The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks as The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.

George M! History

Other Productions of George M!

1968   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1969   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1970   US Tour Bus and Truck Tour
US Tour

George M! - 1968 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
George M! — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1969 Tony Awards Best Choreography Joe Layton
1969 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Joel Grey
1968 Theatre World Awards Performance Bernadette Peters

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