Benjamin Franklin
Latest News on Benjamin Franklin:
Theatre in the Circle Will Present FRANKLY BEN FRANKLIN: A MUSICAL MEMOIR (Apr 15, 2026)
Interview: Robert Butts of The Baroque Orchestra of NJ and The Growing Stage (Apr 13, 2026)
Spotlight: 1776: THE MUSICAL at Barbara B. Mann PAH (Apr 13, 2026)
Theatre in the Circle Will Present FRANKLY BEN FRANKLIN: A MUSICAL MEMOIR (Apr 15, 2026)
Interview: Robert Butts of The Baroque Orchestra of NJ and The Growing Stage (Apr 13, 2026)
Spotlight: 1776: THE MUSICAL at Barbara B. Mann PAH (Apr 13, 2026)
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Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier in 1776 at Paper Mill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-04-09 17:28:17
Video: Liz Leclerc, Will Blum & John Treacy Egan Perform 'He Plays the Violin' from 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2026-04-08 11:51:48
Photos & Video: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-04-03 15:48:53
Video: Will Blum and the Cast of Papermill's 1776 Sing 'Sit Down, John'
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-28 19:25:46
VIDEO: 1776 Cast Performs 'Sit Down, John' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2022-09-29 09:23:30
VIDEO: Crystal Lucas-Perry Releases 'With A Me' Inspired by Her Journey as John Adams in 1776
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-09-20 12:18:36
VIDEO: Mandy Patinkin Presents Benjamin Franklin Category on JEOPARDY!
by Michael Major - 2022-04-05 12:46:39
Exclusive: Nathan Lane on Re-Naming Himself After His GUYS & DOLLS Character on FINDING YOUR ROOTS
by Michael Major - 2022-02-22 14:32:10
VIDEO: Goodspeed Musicals Talks 1776 on New Episode of GREATSPEED
by Stephi Wild - 2021-02-12 06:47:36
VIDEO: Natalie Charle Ellis is Melania Trump in New Animated Christmas Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-22 09:53:52
BWW Review: 1776 at The Muny Shows Scuffles and Snags to Independence
by Tanya Seale - 2019-07-01 09:52:20
VIDEO: Broadway Veteran Lynnie Godfrey Performs With Children's Chorus
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-01 10:47:25
News
Theatre in the Circle Will Present FRANKLY BEN FRANKLIN: A MUSICAL MEMOIR
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Frankly Ben Franklin: A Musical Memoir will be presented by Theatre in the Circle in Cleveland. The production explores the life of Benjamin Franklin through music and memory. Performances will take place at the Judson Manor Ballroom.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Frankly Ben Franklin: A Musical Memoir will be presented by Theatre in the Circle in Cleveland. The production explores the life of Benjamin Franklin through music and memory. Performances will take place at the Judson Manor Ballroom.
Interview: Robert Butts of The Baroque Orchestra of NJ and The Growing Stage
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 13, 2026
We had the opportunity to interview Music Director Robert W. Butts about his career, The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, and the upcoming performance at The Growing Stage.
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 13, 2026
We had the opportunity to interview Music Director Robert W. Butts about his career, The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, and the upcoming performance at The Growing Stage.
Spotlight: 1776: THE MUSICAL at Barbara B. Mann PAH
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 13, 2026
1776 the Musical | April 18 & 19 at Barbara B. Mann PAH
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 13, 2026
1776 the Musical | April 18 & 19 at Barbara B. Mann PAH
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 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!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 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!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 9, 2026- DEATH OF A SALESMAN Opens On Broadway and More
by - Apr 9, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 9, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Liz Leclerc, Will Blum & John Treacy Egan Perform 'He Plays the Violin' from 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has released footage of Liz Leclerc (Martha Jefferson), Will Blum (John Adams), and John Treacy Egan (Benjamin Franklin) performing 'He Plays the Violin' from their current production of 1776, now playing through May 2, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has released footage of Liz Leclerc (Martha Jefferson), Will Blum (John Adams), and John Treacy Egan (Benjamin Franklin) performing 'He Plays the Violin' from their current production of 1776, now playing through May 2, 2026.
Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
Lantern Theater Company Will Present FRANKLINLAND, a Philadelphia Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of FRANKLINLAND by Lloyd Suh. The production will explore the relationship between Benjamin Franklin and his son. Performances will take place at St. Stephen’s Theater in Philadelphia.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of FRANKLINLAND by Lloyd Suh. The production will explore the relationship between Benjamin Franklin and his son. Performances will take place at St. Stephen’s Theater in Philadelphia.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 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.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 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.
Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre Announces 65th Anniversary Season Line-Up; ANNIE, INTO THE WOODS, More
by Gillian Blum - Apr 5, 2026
Celebrating 65 years of artistic excellence and community engagement, newly appointed Artistic Director Robyne Parrish and the team at Arrow Rock Lyceum announced the theater's 65th anniversary season.
by Gillian Blum - Apr 5, 2026
Celebrating 65 years of artistic excellence and community engagement, newly appointed Artistic Director Robyne Parrish and the team at Arrow Rock Lyceum announced the theater's 65th anniversary season.
Photos & Video: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos and a first-look clip of “Sit Down, John” ahead of 1776’s opening night this weekend at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production runs through early May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos and a first-look clip of “Sit Down, John” ahead of 1776’s opening night this weekend at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production runs through early May.
SHUCKED & More Lead Philadelphia's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Philadelphia 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. Check out our top picks in Philadelphia for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Philadelphia 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. Check out our top picks in Philadelphia for Spring 2026!
HAMNET & More Lead Washington, DC's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Washington, DC 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.Check out our top Washington, DC picks for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Washington, DC 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.Check out our top Washington, DC picks for Spring 2026!
Photo: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 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.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 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.
Review: Raleigh Little Theatre's 1776
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 29, 2026
1776 tells the true story of how the United States of America was born. We follow John Adams as he attempts to convince members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for American independence from the shackles of the British monarchy.
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 29, 2026
1776 tells the true story of how the United States of America was born. We follow John Adams as he attempts to convince members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for American independence from the shackles of the British monarchy.
Video: Will Blum and the Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse’s 1776 Sing 'Sit Down, John'
by Gillian Blum - Mar 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.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 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.
FRANKLIN'S KEY To Return To Philadelphia With Pig Iron Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026
Pig Iron Theatre Company will present FRANKLIN’S KEY in Philadelphia. The immersive sci-fi production will run June 11 through June 28. The show blends history, science, and adventure.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026
Pig Iron Theatre Company will present FRANKLIN’S KEY in Philadelphia. The immersive sci-fi production will run June 11 through June 28. The show blends history, science, and adventure.
Moving Arts Theatre Unveils 2026 Season Including World Premiere Of WHAT PRICE FREEDOM
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026
Moving Arts Theatre has announced its 2026 season, opening with the world premiere of What Price Freedom. The production runs April through May in Los Angeles. Additional programming includes a second play and the MADLab cohort.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026
Moving Arts Theatre has announced its 2026 season, opening with the world premiere of What Price Freedom. The production runs April through May in Los Angeles. Additional programming includes a second play and the MADLab cohort.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare to Present HIGHLAND LIGHTS: ASSEMBLY Procession
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare's Highland Lights will return to celebrate five years of illuminating Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s landscape through community-built processions with Assembly: A Procession Of American Luminaries.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare's Highland Lights will return to celebrate five years of illuminating Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s landscape through community-built processions with Assembly: A Procession Of American Luminaries.
Walnut Street Theatre to Stage 1776 THE MUSICAL for America's 250th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026
Walnut Street Theatre will present 1776 THE MUSICAL as part of its 2025-26 Season of Legendary Stories, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The production is set to open on April 14, 2026, with performances running through May 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026
Walnut Street Theatre will present 1776 THE MUSICAL as part of its 2025-26 Season of Legendary Stories, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The production is set to open on April 14, 2026, with performances running through May 8.
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