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About the Show

A musical celebrating the rags to riches legend of George M. Cohan: his life, career as a director/performer/writer/composer, his loves and his songs.

Cast and Creative Team

Composer and Lyricist: George M. Cohan
Librettist: Michael Stewart, John Pascal, Fran Pascal

Broadway Premiere
Theatre: Palace Theatre
Opening Night: Apr 10, 1968
Total Performances: 433
Original Cast: Joel Grey, Harvey Evans, Bernadette Peters, Danny Carroll, Jamie Donnelly
Director and Choreographer: Joe Layton
Musical Director: Jay Blackton
Orchestrations: Philip J. Lang
Scenic Design: Tom John
Costume Design: Freddy Wittop
Lighting Design: Martin Aronstein