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1776

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Closed June 4, 2023

The show is at its richest when the delegates' voices unite... The virility of the sound evokes the swagger that it took for a ragtag collection of settlers to snatch a prize from powerful England while laying the groundwork for a unique and vibrant nati

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Why See 1776?

Pre BroadwayMusicals

Move Over Hamilton, There's A New Historical Tuner In Town

Before hip hop blockbuster phenomenon Hamilton ruled the the Broadway roost, another historic musical got the country's patriotic blood pumping! First premiering on the Great White Way in 1969, Peter Stone and Sherman Edward's historical tuner 1776 garnered much critical acclaim as well as three Tony and two Drama Desk Awards for its gripping portrayal of the birth of modern America.

The celebrated musical's pulse-quickening action, witty dialogue, soaring melodies and original lyrics are set to captivate audiences once more in the hands of the Tony Award-winning American Repertory Theater Artistic Director Diane Paulus (Hair, Pippin), who'll be at the helm of not one but three new productions! A partnership between ART and New York's Roundabout Theater Company, 1776 starts the revolution in a brief US tour during the summer of 2020 before making its hotly anticipated Broadway bow at the American Airlines Theater in the Spring of 2021. 

What Is 1776 About?

The story chronicles the direct aftermath of the American Revolution, finding a nation on the edge of a glorious new era but mired down by chaos and confusion. Founding father John Adams races against time and a frustrating tussle with congress to come up with a deal that gives George Washington and his outnumbered armies a legitimate reason to fight. His fellow founding fathers, including Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, come to life as they push, pull and cleverly devise the historic Declaration Of Independence, amidst dazzling show tunes like 'Sit Down, John' and 'Momma Look Sharp'. 

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Dates

Opening night: 30 May 2023

Run time

Two hours and 45 minutes with one interval

MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Cast and Creative

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Casting TBA

Creative

Music & lyrics by Sherman Edwards
Book by Peter Stone
Directed by Diane Paulus

What you thought

34 reviews, average rating: (2.1 Stars)

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Dee: “Absolutely Phenomenal”

It's been hours and I'm still talking about it. This play brought history... more

Franny Ryan : “Wonderful voices ”

Truly amazing singing, acting and choreography. My daughter wanted to... more

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