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Ken Burns's two-part, four-hour documentary, Benjamin Franklin, explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th Century's most consequential and compelling personalities.

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Tony Award-Winning 1776 Comes to Lake Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017

Hartland's Lake Country Playhouse is thrilled to announce the Lake Country premiere production of 1776, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone. 1776 is directed by past LCP Board Member Rebecca Schilling, with music direction by LCP favorite Catherine Pfeiler....


Free Staged Readings of 1776 and CRY-BABY Come to OCP
by A.A. Cristi - July 05, 2017

Two upcoming staged readings will be held at the Omaha Community Playhouse as part of the 2017-2018 Alternative Programming series. 1776 will be held on Monday, July 17 and Cry-Baby will be held on Monday, July 31, both at 7:30 p.m. in OCP's Howard Drew Theatre. The showings are free and open to the...


54 SINGS 1776 Offering $17.76 Ticket Deal This Fourth of July
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Carrie St. Louis and Kyle Scatliffe in "54 Sings 1776" on July 3 and July 4, 2017....


Jimmy Kieffer Sets Sail at NYMF In BACKBEARD: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2017

Inspired by the popular children's books by Matthew McElligott and following its world premiere at the Theatre Institute at Sage College, Backbeard: The Musical will make its New York premiere as part of the New York Musical Festival. ...


Tony Award-Winning 1776 Comes to Lake Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017

Hartland's Lake Country Playhouse is thrilled to announce the Lake Country premiere production of 1776, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone. 1776 is directed by past LCP Board Member Rebecca Schilling, with music direction by LCP favorite Catherine Pfeiler....


The Job Search Navigator Wins Prestigious Silver Benjamin Franklin Award from Independent Book Publishers Association
by Robert Diamond - June 20, 2017

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Ewa Wojciak is Curator and Featured Artist of Gallery Exhibition in Hamburg, Germany Aquila Polonica Creative Director Showcases Her Work
by Robert Diamond - June 19, 2017

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Carrie St. Louis and Kyle Scatliffe to Star in 54 SINGS 1776
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2017

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Carrie St. Louis and Kyle Scatliffe in "54 Sings 1776" on July 3 and July 4, 2017. The Fourth of July meets Broadway in the fourth annual concert staging of the beloved musical, 1776, at Feinstein's/54 Below. Showcase your patriotism with some o...


BWW Review: 1776 at Connecticut Repertory Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - June 03, 2017

It is a staple image of American History - one that every American child learns about in school and one that comes to mind for many as the barbecues fire up and fireworks are prepared for Independence Day on the Fourth of July. I am speaking of the iconic image of the brave founding fathers signing ...


Photo Flash: First Look at Jamie LaVerdiere and More in Terrence Mann-Helmed 1776 at CT Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) presents the Tony Award-winning musical '1776,' from the book by Peter Stone, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards. Directed by Artistic Director and three-time Tony Award nominee Terrence Mann, '1776' is the first show of the 2017 Nutmeg Summer Series and sta...


Lantern Theater Company Announces Conversation Examining Thomas Jefferson's Religious Beliefs
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2017

As part of its ongoing In Conversation Series of fascinating discussions with theater artists and special guests,  Lantern Theater Company will host noted historians and scholars Dr. John C. Van Horne and Dr. Charles T. Cullen for In Conversation: Thomas Jefferson's Religious Beliefs on Tuesday, Ju...


CRT Partners with UConn's Center for Student with Disabilities to Provide Sign Language Interpretation
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2017

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) announces that each show of its 2017 Nutmeg Summer Series, 1776, Noises Off, and Disney's Newsies, will have performances interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL) through a partnership with the University of Connecticut Interpreting Services (UCIS), a division ...


BWW Review: OPERA REVIEW: MADAME BUTTERFLY AT THE WASHINGTON NATIONAL OPERA
by Jenny Minich - May 09, 2017

Madame Butterfly is a tragic tale with a colorful beginning. Giacomo Puccini's turn-of-the-century opera is accessible and engaging, tailor-made for opera buffs and newbies alike....


'Echoes of Tattered Tongues' Wins 2017 Montaigne Medal
by Robert Diamond - May 08, 2017

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Psychiatrist Urges 'Don't Settle' in Award-Winning Marriage Book
by Robert Diamond - May 08, 2017

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South Camden Theatre Company Presents MY NAME IS ASHER LEV
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017

South Camden Theatre Company presents My Name Is Asher Lev for 9 performances from May 5 through May 21, 2017. Shows are Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinee's at 2:00 pm....


Jamie LaVerdiere to Lead 1776, Helmed by Terrence Mann at CT Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) announces the casting for their production of the Tony Award-winning musical '1776,' from the book by Peter Stone, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards....


'Echoes of Tattered Tongues' Wins Gold in Prestigious Benjamin Franklin Awards
by Robert Diamond - April 12, 2017

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Oscar Winner Tim Robbins Honored with 2017 Benjamin Franklin Creativity Laureate Award
by Caryn Robbins - April 11, 2017

Academy Award Winner and Artistic Director of The Actors' Gang, Tim Robbins, on Friday received the 16th Annual Benjamin Franklin Creativity Laureate Award, presented by Smithsonian Associates and the Creativity Foundation, in honor of his commitment to the arts and education....


South Camden Theatre Company Presents MY NAME IS ASHER LEV
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2017

South Camden Theatre Company presents My Name Is Asher Lev for 9 performances from May 5 through May 21, 2017. Shows are Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinee's at 2:00 pm....


Judith R. Fishman Elected New Mark Morris Dance Group Chairman
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017

The Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) is pleased to announce that Judith R. Fishman has been elected Chairman of the Board beginning Saturday, April 1....


'Echoes of Tattered Tongues' Named Finalist in Benjamin Franklin Awards
by Christina Mancuso - March 24, 2017

Echoes of Tattered Tongues: Memory Unfolded (Aquila Polonica Publishing, March 2016) has just been named as a finalist for the 2017 Benjamin Franklin Award in the category of Poetry/Literary Criticism. The winner will be announced in a ceremony held in Portland, Oregon, the evening of April 7, 20...


BWW Preview: New York Antiquarian Book Fair to Present THE ALEXANDER HAMILTON COLLECTION - Original Letters, Documents And Imprints, 3/9-12
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - March 08, 2017

A unique collection of original letters, documents and imprints relating to the life and times of Alexander Hamilton-the orphan immigrant founding father who fought for independence, founded our financial system, and fostered a government capable of surviving internal factions and foreign foes-will ...


Alexander Hamilton Documents Will Be on View at New York Antiquarian Book Fair
by Julie Musbach - February 19, 2017

A unique collection of original letters, documents and imprints relating to the life and times of Alexander Hamilton-the orphan immigrant founding father who fought for independence, founded our financial system, and fostered a government capable of surviving internal factions and foreign foes-will ...


Get Ready for 54 Below's All-Female 1776 with an Instagram Preview from Carolee Carmello
by Julie Musbach - February 18, 2017

This Monday, February 20th, President's Day, an all-female cast will present the musical 1776 in concert at Feinstein's/54 Below. Star Carolee Carmello recently posted an Instagram video previewing the exciting evening....





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