Spring 2026 Updates: New Productions, Galleries & Licensing Updates

Several new developments surrounding the work and legacy of George S. Kaufman are underway this season, including upcoming productions, newly added archival galleries, editorial features, and licensing updates connected to Kaufman’s theatrical legacy.

Original handbill artwork for The Royal Family by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber, featured in the newly added archival galleries.

Upcoming Productions

The 2026-27 theatrical season will feature at least two high-profile productions of George S. Kaufman comedies. The Pioneer Theatre Company in Salt Lake City, will produce Kaufman and Hart’s The Man Who Came to Dinner in early December and Opera Philadelphia will produce the rarely seen 1933 Let’ Em Eat Cake, the sequel to Of Thee I Sing, written in collaboration with Morrie Ryskind and George and Ira Gershwin, in 2027.

New Galleries

Please view our brand-new gorgeous GALLERIES with rare photos of Kaufman and his friends at play as well as a curation of full-color theatrical handbills from the 1920s and 30s.

GSK in the UK

The full essay GSK in the UK by Laurence Maslon is now available in the archive section of the website. The piece explores George S. Kaufman’s enduring presence on the British stage, including major productions, revivals, and the continued appreciation of his work in UK theatre history.

The Edna Ferber Website

Kaufman’s friend and collaborator, the great American novelist Edna Ferber now has her own dedicated website, featuring information about her life, works, literary legacy, and ongoing productions at www.ednaferber.org.

Concord Theatricals Updates

Concord Theatricals has updated many of its Kaufman listings, as well as adding school competition (40-minute long) versions of Stage Door and You Can’t Take It With You. Check it out: www.concordtheatricals.com