1776 at Forrest Theatre
Dates: (2/14/2023 - 2/26/2023 )
Forrest Theatre |
Forrest Theatre
1114 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia,PA 19102
Phone: 2158931999
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They knew they would make history, but not what history would make of them. Fed up with living under the tyranny of British rule, John Adams attempts to persuade his fellow members of the Continental Congress to vote in favor of American Independence and sign the Declaration. But how much is he willing to compromise in the pursuit of freedom? And to whom does that freedom belong?From American Repertory Theater at Harvard University and Roundabout Theatre Company, Jeffrey L. Page and Tony Award winner Diane Paulus reexamine this pivotal moment in American history in a new production of this Tony Award-winning musical.
- Peter Stone
- Sherman Edwards
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Tony Awards and Nominations for 1776
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Best Musical | Winner |
| 1998 | Best Revival of a Musical |
News About 1776 at Forrest Theatre
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of the 1776 National Tour
February 20, 2023Get a first look at opening night red carpet photos of the new national tour of 1776!
Video: 1776 National Tour Cast Sings 'Fly Eagles Fly'!
February 09, 2023Watch the cast of the Broadway musical 1776, opening in Philadelphia next Tuesday, February 14, get into the Eagles Super Bowl spirit with their rendition of the Eagles fight song 'Fly Eagles Fly'!
Wear Your Eagles Green to the Forrest Theatre Box Office and Get $17.76 Tickets to 1776
February 06, 2023Wear your Eagles gear and get tickets to 1776 for just $17.76—in person at the Forrest Theatre Box Office onlyfor this week only beginning Monday, Feb. 6 through Friday, Feb. 10-- No code needed, just wear Eagles gear!
1776, CHARLOTTE'S WEB & More Lead Philadelphia's January Theater Top 10
January 18, 2023Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's picks include 1776, A Year With Frog And Toad, A Soldier's Play and more!
Gisela Adisa, Nancy Anderson, Joanna Glushak, Liz Mikel & More to Star in 1776 National Tour
January 11, 2023The National Tour cast has been announced for American Repertory Theater/Roundabout Theatre Company’s new production of 1776. See who is starring in the production, tour dates, and how to purchase tickets!
National Tour Of 1776 Broadway Revival Will Launch In Philadelphia
December 19, 2022The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization will present the Philadelphia premiere of the limited Broadway revival tour of 1776, playing at the Forrest Theatre February 14 - 26, 2023.
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