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Video: First Look at 1776 at Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 21, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre has released first look footage of 1776, Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone's classic award-winning Broadway musical, now playing through May 31, 2026 as part of Philadelphia's celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Video: Will Blum Performs 'Is Anybody There?' from 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Apr 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
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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Feature: Three Actors, Three Productions of the Same Show, Same Historic Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 25, 2026

With the 250th birthday of our nation approaching this July 4th, Ford’s Theatre’s current attraction, the musical that tells the how the Declaration of Independence came to be, 1776 is indeed the best choice for this historic theatre to be presenting for the occasion. With a score by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, 1776 ranks in my opinion as a perfect musical and there are only a handful of those.

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.

Photos: 1776 in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 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!

Walnut Street Theatre to Stage 1776 THE MUSICAL for America's 250th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre will conclude its 217th season with 1776 THE MUSICAL, a pivotal event in Philadelphia's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show, featuring historical figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin.

Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More to Star in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season.

Review: 1776 at Sheyenne High School
by Brian Michaels - Feb 14, 2026

Sheyenne Theatre’s production of 1776 is both timely and thoughtfully chosen. Director Anthony selected the show in anticipation of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

Thalian Hall and Thalian Association Announce 1776: THE MUSICAL Leading Cast
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Thalian Association Community Theatre are proud to announce their co-production of 1776: The Musical, running March 13 through 15, 2026 at historic Thalian Hall.

Ford's Theatre Unveils 1776 Cast and Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026

Ford's Theatre announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of 1776, set to open in spring 2026. The historic venue will host this revival, bringing a fresh perspective to the classic American musical.

LA BOHEME to Return to The Metropolitan Opera in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

Franco Zeffirelli’s production of Puccini’s La Bohème will return to the Met stage for 20 performances featuring many of today’s leading artists. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

FATHER ANONYMOUS At AMT Theater Reveals Official Cast 
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

Father Anonymous, premiering at AMT Theater at 354 West 45th Street from June 13 to July 2, 2025, has announced the official cast of this new Off-Broadway play. The play dramatizes the story of Dr. Joseph Warren, America's forgotten founder, and his more famous compatriots, Samuel Adams, John Hancock and Paul Revere.

Algonquin Arts Theatre Announces Casting and Creative Team for 1776
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its May musical, 1776. The show will run eight performances May 9-May 18, 2025.

MACBETH BY THE SEA is Coming to The Den Theatre in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024

John Hancock Productions will bring MACBETH BY THE SEA to Chicago, transforming Shakespeare's tragedy into a comedy. Directed by Andrea J Dymond, the play explores ambition, nepotism, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.