George Gershwin Alone Tickets

George Gershwin Alone Tickets

If you're looking for George Gershwin Alone tickets, you're planning an intimate theater experience centered on the life and music of George Gershwin, performed live at the piano by creator-performer Hershey Felder. This solo biographical play with music has toured extensively for more than two decades, earning strong audience and critical acclaim for Felder's immersive portrayal and live piano performance.

This page covers everything you need — from what the show is and what to expect, to finding the right seats and buying with complete confidence.

Show Information

George Gershwin Alone premiered at the Tiffany Theater in Los Angeles and opened on Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre on April 30, 2001. Written and performed by Hershey Felder and directed by Joel Zwick, the production uses George Gershwin's music — with lyrics largely by Ira Gershwin — to trace the composer's life, career, and artistic legacy.

The show is a solo biographical play with music, performed at the piano as a blend of theatrical monologue and concert recital. George Gershwin Alone is performed intermittently in touring and regional theater engagements by Hershey Felder, with recent runs including TheatreWorks Silicon Valley in February 2024. The production typically runs approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours and is performed as a one-act, usually with no intermission.

George Gershwin Alone became the first entry in Felder's acclaimed series of solo composer portraits, later expanding to works about Chopin, Beethoven, Liszt, Leonard Bernstein, Irving Berlin, Tchaikovsky, Debussy, and others. Since its 2001 Broadway run, the show has played major U.S. markets including Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, and it remains one of the longest-running and most-performed entries in Felder's composer series.

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Story Summary

George Gershwin Alone follows American composer George Gershwin through the defining chapters of his life and music, from his rise in Tin Pan Alley to his triumphs in concert music, Broadway, and opera. Set primarily in early 20th-century America during the 1920s and 1930s, the production spans New York, Gershwin's concert career, and the creative world that shaped his unmistakable sound.

Hershey Felder portrays Gershwin as the sole on-stage figure, combining spoken storytelling, letters, conversations, and live piano performance. The story explores Gershwin's artistic ambition, his fusion of jazz and classical traditions, and his role in shaping an American musical identity. It also follows the intensity of a creative life cut short when Gershwin died at age 38.

No prior knowledge of Gershwin or his music is needed. George Gershwin Alone is designed as a self-contained introduction to his life and work, making the story and music accessible whether you're a longtime Gershwin admirer or discovering his legacy for the first time.

Story Highlights

George Gershwin Alone is built around Felder's live performance at the piano, with signature Gershwin songs and concert works woven directly into the storytelling.

• "Rhapsody in Blue" — The emotional and musical centerpiece of the show, this piece captures Gershwin's famous fusion of jazz and classical idioms. Felder's solo piano performance gives the audience a direct, intimate encounter with the work that helped define Gershwin's legacy.
• "Swanee" — This early hit marks Gershwin's rise through Tin Pan Alley and the beginning of his national fame. In the show, it helps frame the young composer's leap from ambitious songwriter to recognized musical force.
• "The Man I Love" — One of the great Gershwin standards, this song highlights the melodic beauty at the heart of his popular music. Its placement in the production underscores the emotional range of the Gershwin songbook.
• "I Got Rhythm" — Energetic, bright, and instantly recognizable, this number brings the exuberance of Gershwin's musical language to the stage. It is a high-energy audience favorite and a vivid example of his rhythmic vitality.
• "Someone to Watch Over Me" — This tender ballad reveals the more intimate side of Gershwin's writing. Its warmth and simplicity offer a striking contrast to the showier concert passages.
• "Summertime" — Drawn from Porgy and Bess, this haunting aria represents Gershwin's ambitions in opera and American art music. It broadens the show's musical scope while connecting his popular success to his larger artistic vision.

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How Much Do Tickets to George Gershwin Alone Cost?

George Gershwin Alone ticket prices vary by seat location, performance date, venue, and how each regional or touring engagement is scheduled.

George Gershwin Alone ticket prices vary based on venue, city, seat location, date, and performance time. Premium orchestra and front sections are in high demand, while rear and upper-level sections offer excellent value.

Weekend performances, high-interest regional engagements, and strong theater markets can influence price and availability. Buying earlier generally gives you more seating options, especially if you want mid-orchestra, front mezzanine, or multiple seats together.

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George Gershwin Alone Seating Guide

George Gershwin Alone is performed in theater venues that can vary by city and engagement, from regional theaters to major urban houses. Because the production is intimate and centered on Felder's storytelling and piano performance, where you sit can shape how closely you experience both the music and the theatrical detail.

Best Seats for George Gershwin Alone

For a solo play with live piano, the best seats balance proximity, clear sightlines, and an easy view of the performer at the instrument.

• Best value: Upper mezzanine or rear orchestra sections — these seats usually provide a clear full-stage view while keeping you close enough to follow the performance's spoken storytelling and musical shifts.
• Closest to the stage: Front orchestra sections — these seats put you nearest to Felder's piano performance and facial expression, adding to the intimacy of the one-person format.
• Best overall experience: Mid-orchestra or front mezzanine sections — these areas often provide the strongest balance of sound, view, and distance from the stage.
• For families with young children: Choose sections with aisle access when possible, especially because the show is typically performed as a one-act with no intermission and can run approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours.
• For groups: Coordinate contiguous seats early, since blocks in popular orchestra and mezzanine sections can sell through quickly for regional engagements.

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Getting Ready for Show Night

Once your tickets are confirmed, a little preparation makes the full experience run smoothly from arrival through the final bow.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Cell service around the venue can be congested on busy performance nights. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before heading out so you're ready at the door without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard at most theaters. A portable battery pack is worth having, especially if you're combining the show with dinner or other activities.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain. Theater doors open well before the show begins; arriving early gives you time to find your seats and settle in before the house lights go down — and avoids the disruption of late seating, which many theaters restrict.
• Plan for a 90-minute to 2-hour run with no intermission. George Gershwin Alone is typically performed as a one-act, so plan restroom visits, concessions, and any needs for young children before the performance begins.
• Know the venue's phone and photography policy. As with most professional theatrical productions, audiences are asked to silence phones and refrain from photographing or recording during the performance.
• For families. The show is appropriate for general audiences and especially suited to those interested in classical and popular music history, but the one-act format means younger attendees should be ready to sit through the full performance without an act break.

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George Gershwin Alone is one of the most consistently in-demand productions in Hershey Felder's composer series, and regional engagements, strong theater markets, and weekend performances can sell through fast. The best-value listings disappear first. If you have a specific date or city in mind, acting sooner gets you better seats at better prices. Browse George Gershwin Alone tickets now and lock in your seats before inventory tightens.

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