Christopher McGovern
Latest News on Christopher McGovern:
CAGNEY THE MUSICAL Adds Melissa Manchester To Cast At Bay Street Theater (Apr 14, 2026)
DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Set for Bay Street Theater 2026 Summer Mainstage Lineup (Feb 10, 2026)
SDCF Receives $50K Gift From Lynnette Barkley to Support Development Program Alumni (May 16, 2025)
CAGNEY THE MUSICAL Adds Melissa Manchester To Cast At Bay Street Theater (Apr 14, 2026)
DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Set for Bay Street Theater 2026 Summer Mainstage Lineup (Feb 10, 2026)
SDCF Receives $50K Gift From Lynnette Barkley to Support Development Program Alumni (May 16, 2025)
BIO
Credits include:
TENDERLOIN
Musical Director/Pianist (York Theatre Company, 2014)
LOVE, LINDA (Off Broadway, 2014)
Musical Director/Pianist
TWO BY TWO (Off Broadway, 2013)
Musical Director/Pianist
IONESCOPADE (Off Broadway, 2012)
Musical Director/Pianist
NEXT TO NORMAL (Arizona Theatre Company, 2012)
Musical Director/Pianist
ROADSIDE (York, Mufti, 2012)
Musical Director/Pianist
STILL GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER (York, Mufti, 2011)
Musical Director/Pianist
JOLSON AT THE WINTER GARDEN (LA Premiere, El Portal Theatre, 2011)
Musical Director, Pianist
RENT (Westchester Broadway Theatre, 2010)
Musical Director/Pianist
{title of show} (Arizona Theatre Co., 2010)
Larry/Musical Director/Pianist
SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL (Florida Stage, 2010)
Arranger/Musical Director/Pianist
HAIR (Arizona Theatre Company, 2009)
Musical Director/Keyboards
PAJAMA GAME (Arizona Theatre Company, 2008)
Musical Director/Pianist
Writing
BACKWARDS IN HIGH HEELS
Libretto/Dance Music/Arrangements/COmposer/Lyricist
CAGNEY
Composer/Lyricist
DR. RADIO
Composer/Lyricist
A VISIT TO ROSWELL
Librettist/Composer/Lyricist
Recordings
LIVE (Susan Egan)
LML, 2008
Musical Director/Pianist
WINTER TRACKS (Susan Egan)
LML, 2006
Producer/Musical Director/Pianist
COFFEE HOUSE (Susan Egan)
LML, 2005
Producer/Musical Director/Pianist
LEAVING HOME (Rebecca Luker)
PS Classics
Producer/Musical Director/Pianist
MEN IN MY LIFE (Alison Fraser)
Original Cast Records, 2000
Photos
Christopher McGovern, Erika Henningsen, Hunter Ryan Herdlicka, Gordon Stanley, Stephen Mo Hanan, Ben Cherry, J. Bernard Calloway, Peter Land, Dewey Caddell, Michael Montel, Lenny Wolpe, Kristopher Thompson-Bolden
Date:
02/22/2017
From: Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of DEAR WORLD at York Theatre Company, Starring Tyne Daly
The Company (Left to Right): Matt Perri, David Carpenter, Riki Kane Larimer, Sue Gilad, John Pinckard , Robert Creighton, Jeremy Benton, Christopher McGovern, James Morgan, Bill Castellino, Danette Holden, Josh Walden, Ellen Zolezzi, Bruce Sabath, Andrew
Date:
04/24/2015
From: Photo Flash: Meet the Cast & Creative Team of CAGNEY at York Theatre Company
Andrew Levine (York Executive Director), James Morgan, Justyn Wade (Assistant Stage Manager), Christopher McGovern, Sheldon Harnick, Margery Gray Harnick and Greg Santos (Assistant Director) join the cast- Jennifer Cody, Katie Rose Clarke, Mark Jacoby, Ji
Date:
03/08/2014
From: Photo Coverage: York Theatre's TENDERLOIN Celebrates Opening Night
Sheldon Harnick, Margery Gray Harnick, Carl Andress, Christopher McGovern and Greg Santos (Assistant Director) join the cast- Jennifer Cody, Katie Rose Clarke, Mark Jacoby, Jillian Louis, Michael McCormick, Marcy McGuigan, Diane Phelan, Wayne Pretlow, J
Date:
03/08/2014
From: Photo Coverage: York Theatre's TENDERLOIN Celebrates Opening Night
The company: (front row L to R) Christopher McGovern, Debra Walton, Jennifer Cody, Sheldon Harnick, Katie Rose Clarke, Jillian Louis, Carl Andress, Diane Phelan, Michael McCormick; (back row L to R) Jay Russell, Kendal Sparks, Marcy McGuigan, Wayne Pre
Date:
03/03/2014
From: Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of York Theatre's TENDERLOIN
Productions
Writing
Music and Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Composer
Composer
Videos
Photo/Video: Get A First Look At The Broadway-Bound CAGNEY at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-19 16:54:57
BWW Audio: 'King of Voice-Overs' Joe Sirola Records TV Spot for Off-Broadway's CAGNEY
by BWW News Desk - 2017-01-12 14:12:41
TV: Go Inside Rehearsal with the Cast of York Theatre Company's CAGNEY!
by TV - On the Road - 2015-05-16 12:00:01
News
CAGNEY THE MUSICAL Adds Melissa Manchester To Cast At Bay Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Melissa Manchester will join the cast of CAGNEY THE MUSICAL at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor, NY, playing the role of Ma Cagney in the 2026 Summer Mainstage Season.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Melissa Manchester will join the cast of CAGNEY THE MUSICAL at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor, NY, playing the role of Ma Cagney in the 2026 Summer Mainstage Season.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Set for Bay Street Theater 2026 Summer Mainstage Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Bay Street Theater has announced its lineup for the 2026 Summer Mainstage Season, featuring a series of compelling productions set to captivate audiences in Sag Harbor.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Bay Street Theater has announced its lineup for the 2026 Summer Mainstage Season, featuring a series of compelling productions set to captivate audiences in Sag Harbor.
SDCF Receives $50K Gift From Lynnette Barkley to Support Development Program Alumni
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has received a generous gift of $50,000 from director and choreographer Lynnette Barkley to establish the Lynnette Barkley Fund. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has received a generous gift of $50,000 from director and choreographer Lynnette Barkley to establish the Lynnette Barkley Fund. Learn more here!
Broadway Belts for PFF! Raises $559,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 10 at SONY Hall in New York City broke fundraising records, surpassing $559,000 – and donations continue to climb. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 10 at SONY Hall in New York City broke fundraising records, surpassing $559,000 – and donations continue to climb. Learn more!
Lesli Margherita, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has added talent who will perform in the star-studded lineup for the 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 10, at SONY Hall in New York City. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has added talent who will perform in the star-studded lineup for the 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 10, at SONY Hall in New York City. Learn how to attend.
Broadway Stars Shine Spotlight on Pulmonary Fibrosis in Star-Studded Benefit Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
The stars of Broadway will perform show tunes in the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s (PFF) 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! in March at SONY Hall. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
The stars of Broadway will perform show tunes in the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s (PFF) 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! in March at SONY Hall. Learn more here!
Broadway Belts for PFF! 2024 Raises Record $516,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
This year’s Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 18 at SONY Hall in New York City, shattered fundraising records with $516,00 in donations and continuing to climb.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
This year’s Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 18 at SONY Hall in New York City, shattered fundraising records with $516,00 in donations and continuing to climb.
Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
Broadway stars will take center stage in 14th Anniversary Benefit for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
Broadway stars will take center stage in 14th Anniversary Benefit for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Learn how to purchase tickets!
13th Annual BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Raises Over $465K
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation's 13th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! has raised over $465,000 and counting.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation's 13th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! has raised over $465,000 and counting.
Robert Creighton to be Honored at BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!; Kate Baldwin, Julie Benko & More to Perform
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2023
Broadway celebrities will perform their favorite show tunes at the 13th Annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 6, at Sony Hall in New York City. See who will perform, how to purchase tickets and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2023
Broadway celebrities will perform their favorite show tunes at the 13th Annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 6, at Sony Hall in New York City. See who will perform, how to purchase tickets and more.
FABULOUS FANNY: THE SONGS & STORIES OF FANNY BRICE to Stream for One Night Only On Stellar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2022
The acclaimed touring/streaming solo show Fabulous Fanny: The Songs and Stories of Fanny Brice stars Kimberly Faye Greenberg (Danny & Sylvia, One Night With Fanny Brice), and is back to livestream for one performance on October 29th at 3pm ET on Stellar.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2022
The acclaimed touring/streaming solo show Fabulous Fanny: The Songs and Stories of Fanny Brice stars Kimberly Faye Greenberg (Danny & Sylvia, One Night With Fanny Brice), and is back to livestream for one performance on October 29th at 3pm ET on Stellar.
BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Gala Featuring Julie Halston, Telly Leung, Beth Leavel & More Raises Record $475,000
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! raised a record $475,000 in a new hybrid format on April 29. The sold-out gala at New York City’s Edison Ballroom, live streamed for the first time, is the single largest fundraiser in the Foundation’s history.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! raised a record $475,000 in a new hybrid format on April 29. The sold-out gala at New York City’s Edison Ballroom, live streamed for the first time, is the single largest fundraiser in the Foundation’s history.
Telly Leung, Arielle Jacobs & Derrick Davis Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2022
Derrick Davis (The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Carousel, Film's A Christmas Story, Can a Song Save Your Life), Arielle Jacobs (Aladdin, Wicked, Between the Lines, and In the Heights) and Telly Leung (Aladdin, Rent, TV's Glee, and Allegiance) will join the star-studded cast featuring previously announced performers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2022
Derrick Davis (The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Carousel, Film's A Christmas Story, Can a Song Save Your Life), Arielle Jacobs (Aladdin, Wicked, Between the Lines, and In the Heights) and Telly Leung (Aladdin, Rent, TV's Glee, and Allegiance) will join the star-studded cast featuring previously announced performers.
Telly Leung, Arielle Jacobs, and More Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2022
Arielle Jacobs and Telly Leung have been added to the lineup for the 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, an unforgettable evening of entertainment featuring some of Broadway's hottest stars.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2022
Arielle Jacobs and Telly Leung have been added to the lineup for the 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, an unforgettable evening of entertainment featuring some of Broadway's hottest stars.
Beth Leavel, Lillias White, and More Announced for BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2022
Tony Award-winning actress and comedienne Julie Halston (Sex and the City, Gossip Girl, Tootsie) will emcee the 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, an unforgettable evening of entertainment featuring some of Broadway's hottest stars. This year's hybrid event will take place live at New York City's Edison Ballroom and virtually on Friday evening, April 29, 2022. The event is the single largest fundraiser for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF).
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2022
Tony Award-winning actress and comedienne Julie Halston (Sex and the City, Gossip Girl, Tootsie) will emcee the 12th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, an unforgettable evening of entertainment featuring some of Broadway's hottest stars. This year's hybrid event will take place live at New York City's Edison Ballroom and virtually on Friday evening, April 29, 2022. The event is the single largest fundraiser for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF).
Stream the FABULOUS FANNY: THE SONGS AND STORIES OF FANNY BRICE On Sunday, February 20th
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 19, 2022
Tune into the acclaimed solo show Fabulous Fanny: The Songs and Stories of Fanny Brice, starring Kimberly Faye Greenberg (Danny & Sylvia, One Night With Fanny Brice), and take a nostalgic journey through Fanny Brice's life, including her three infamous relationships all from the comfort of your home.
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 19, 2022
Tune into the acclaimed solo show Fabulous Fanny: The Songs and Stories of Fanny Brice, starring Kimberly Faye Greenberg (Danny & Sylvia, One Night With Fanny Brice), and take a nostalgic journey through Fanny Brice's life, including her three infamous relationships all from the comfort of your home.
TOP OF THE WORLD - The James Cagney Musical to Have Invitation-Only Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021
Top Of The World, The James Cagney Musical will arrive in London’s West End in a by-invitation-only workshop presentation December 9 and 10. It is produced by Riki Kane Larimer and Kate Edelman Johnson.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021
Top Of The World, The James Cagney Musical will arrive in London’s West End in a by-invitation-only workshop presentation December 9 and 10. It is produced by Riki Kane Larimer and Kate Edelman Johnson.
Dates Added for FABULOUS FANNY: THE SONGS & STORIES OF FANNY BRICE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2020
Fabulous Fanny brings the Roaring 20's back with a bang for a live theatre experience right in your own home. Enjoy classic show tunes, good old-fashioned fun, and hilarity, as we travel through time with Fanny Brice, the legendary Jewish comedienne, Ziegfeld Follies/Broadway star, recording artist, and film actress extraordinaire.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2020
Fabulous Fanny brings the Roaring 20's back with a bang for a live theatre experience right in your own home. Enjoy classic show tunes, good old-fashioned fun, and hilarity, as we travel through time with Fanny Brice, the legendary Jewish comedienne, Ziegfeld Follies/Broadway star, recording artist, and film actress extraordinaire.
FABULOUS FANNY: THE SONGS & STORIES OF FANNY BRICE Now Available for At-Home Viewing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2020
Fabulous Fanny brings the Roaring 20's back with a bang for a live theatre experience right in your own home. Enjoy classic show tunes, good old-fashioned fun, and hilarity, as we travel through time with Fanny Brice, the legendary Jewish comedienne, Ziegfeld Follies/Broadway star, recording artist, and film actress extraordinaire.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2020
Fabulous Fanny brings the Roaring 20's back with a bang for a live theatre experience right in your own home. Enjoy classic show tunes, good old-fashioned fun, and hilarity, as we travel through time with Fanny Brice, the legendary Jewish comedienne, Ziegfeld Follies/Broadway star, recording artist, and film actress extraordinaire.
The 10th Annual BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Raised Nearly $400,000
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2020
The 10th Annual BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! honoring 12-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway producer Daryl Roth and hosted by Broadway's Julie Halston (Tootsie, You Can't Take it With You, Sex and the City) took place at the Edison Ballroom, with over 300 guests in attendance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2020
The 10th Annual BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! honoring 12-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway producer Daryl Roth and hosted by Broadway's Julie Halston (Tootsie, You Can't Take it With You, Sex and the City) took place at the Edison Ballroom, with over 300 guests in attendance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Christopher McGovern written?
Christopher McGovern has written 3 shows including Lizzie Borden (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Backwards in High Heels (Composer/Lyricist), Cagney (Music and Lyrics).
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