Musical
The Tony Award winning musical 1776 is based on the events leading up to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. John Adams, disliked by many in Congress, joins Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson to bring forward a resolution for independence that will eventually set America free from England's tyranny. Powerful performances by a cast of 25, and an impeccably crafted script make 1776 as relevant today as it was when first written. 1776 delivers a riveting evening of theatre filled with history, humor, heart and romance.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for 1776
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Best Musical | Winner |
| 1998 | Best Revival of a Musical | Nominated |
News About 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
Video: Will Blum Performs 'Is Anybody There?' from 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
April 21, 2026 Paper Mill Playhouse has released footage of Will Blum performing 'Is Anybody There?' in his role as John Adams in their current production of 1776, now playing through May 2, 2026.
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
April 09, 2026 The Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is now playing at Paper Mill Playhouse in a run continuing through early May. Watch as Praise Oranika sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier here!
Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
April 08, 2026 The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
April 06, 2026 You can now see photos from the opening night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse, directed by Paper Mill Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee. See photos of Will Blu, John Treacy Egan, and more.
Photo: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
April 01, 2026 You can now get a first look at the cast of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production stars Will Blum as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and more.
Interview: Will Blum in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
March 31, 2026 We had the opportunity to interview Will Blum about his background, career, and the upcoming show at Paper Mill Playhouse.
Video: Will Blum and the Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse’s 1776 Sing 'Sit Down, John'
March 28, 2026 Will Blum (John Adams) and the cast of Paper Mill Playhouse’s upcoming production of 1776 perform 'Sit Down, John' in the rehearsal room in this sneak peek video.
Photos: 1776 in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
March 11, 2026 Rehearsals are underway for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more and check out the photos below!
Paper Mill Playhouse Awarded a National Endowment for the Arts Grant
December 17, 2025 Paper Mill Playhouse is the recipient of a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes.About the Theatre
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