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511 Tenth St, NW, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 347-4833
March 9 - May 19, 2012
music and lyrics by
Sherman Edwards
book by Peter Stone
based on a concept by Sherman Edwards
music direction by Jay Crowder
choreographed by Michael Bobbitt
directed by Peter Flynn
With quick-witted dialogue and a playful score, 1776 dramatizes the impassioned debates of Philadelphia’s Second Continental Congress. As George Washington sends updates from the military front, patriots John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson attempt to persuade the 13 colonies to separate from British rule. Motivated by a series of abuses from King George, America’s first politicians forge a new democracy by composing the Declaration of Independence. Based on the letters and memoirs of America’s founding fathers, this classic, Tony Award-winning musical showcases the principles, pride and determination that influenced the birth of our nation.
“A most striking, most gripping
musical! A musical with style, humanity, wit and passion.”
The New York Times
Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Post-Performance
Discussion: March 15
Following the 7:30 p.m. performance, members of the cast
will take questions from the audience and discuss the
artistic process. Post-performance discussions begin
immediately after the performance. Individuals who did not
attend the show but wish to attend the discussion will be
invited into the theatre after the audience from the
performance departs.
Sponsors: Visa, Inc., United Technologies Corporation, Altria Group
Please note: The March 14 performance is a private performance.
