Synopsis
Synopsis
The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. It's the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence... if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! "1776" follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania, and Richard Henry Lee and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence.
"1776" puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud, frightened, uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately noble figures determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.
Involving a sizeable, largely male ensemble with no chorus, the show features a striking score by Sherman Edwards, which is modest in its vocal requirements, and a book by Peter Stone, which is legendary in its craftsmanship. "1776" is a funny, insightful and compelling drama.
Production Dates & Times
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Production Dates:
April 18, 2008 - 8:00 pm
April 25, 2008 - 8:00 pm |
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Cast Information
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Review
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This show has reviewed by: Worcester Telegram & Gazette All Rights Reserved. |
Production Team & Credits
WCLOC Production Team
Director - Jane Grady
Co-Producer - Patricia Lapomardo
Co-Producer - Linda Johnson
Co-Producer - Hans Foy
Musical Director - Richard Monroe
Production Credits
Comedy, Drama
Book by: Peter Stone
Lyrics by: Sherman Edwards
Music by: Sherman Edwards
a concept by Sherman Edwards
