Sherman Edwards

Review: 1776 at Musicals At Richter
by Sean Fallon - Jul 12, 2026

On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776. Seeing this show at this outdoor venue on a clear night is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Robert Bria designed the set, which primarily depicts the inside of Independence Hall. Director David Halliwell, music director Andrew Gadwah, and choreographer Emma Kelly help bring out the best in this stellar cast! The stage chemistry and stage presence of this cast is so strong that the audience can easily forget that we are not watching an actual debate. I had never seen this show before and was quite impressed by how it draws the audience right in and consistently holds our attention. It was clear that the entire cast had fun performing.

Video: 'The Egg' From 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 8, 2026

Maine State Music Theatre posted a clip of 'The Egg' from its production of 1776, featuring James Patterson as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and Quinn Corcoran as Thomas Jefferson. Watch the video!

MSMT Hosts Second PEEK BEHIND THE CURTAIN
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jul 3, 2026

Despite the heat, a large audience gathered at Curtis Memnorial Library on July 1 to enjoy a conversation with four of the stars of MSMT’s smash hit, 1776, now playing at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick through July 11. The panel, moderated by Broadway World’s Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold, featured MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark (Richard Henry Lee), James Patterson (John Adams), Alicia Kaori (Abigail Adams), and David Girolmo (John Hancock). The discussion focused on the unique aspects of the Sherman Edwards/Peter Stone musical, the historical context for this “play with music,” the struggles of the Founding Fathers to achieve the goal of independence, and the complex relationships among the characters. The afternoon concluded with some fun in a lightning round, followed by questions from the floor.

Video: Watch 'Momma Look Sharp' From 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026

Watch Jalen Kirkman perform 'Momma Look Sharp' as The Courier in Maine State Music Theatre's production of 1776. 1776 features music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone.

1776, COME FROM AWAY & More Lead Maine Theatre Summer Picks
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 30, 2026

Though for many residents and folks from away, summer in Maine signifies a chance to revel in gorgeous scenery - beaches, lakes, trails – summer is also time to enjoy two of Maine’s premiere regional companies, Maine State Music Theatre and Ogunquit Playhouse.(see Dan Marois’ review below)  This year the lineups at both companies are stellar, but my critic’s pick for 2026 are two productions at Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick:  the musical 1776 (now playing through July 11) and COME FROM AWAY scheduled for August 5-22 at the Pickard Theater on the campus of Bowdoin College.

Photos: 1776 at Ivoryton Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026

Ivoryton Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical 1776, starring Broadway's Mark Aldrich, has opened to enthusiastic audience and critical response at the Connecticut venue. Check out photos of the show.

Review: Michael Feinstein's STANDARD TIME Celebrates Mathis & Mancini at Carnegie Hall
by Andrew Poretz - Jun 28, 2026

Michael Feinstein celebrated Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall with sparkling arrangements, heartfelt ballads, and insider stories, joined by Tedd Firth and the Carnegie Hall Big Band for an evening of classic standards.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 29, 2026- Go Inside the LIZA AT 80! Celebration with Kristin Chenoweth and More
by - Jun 27, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review: THE LABORS OF LIBERTY: MSMT'S 1776 CHRONICLES THE BIRTH OF OUR NATION
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 26, 2026

What better way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence than by mounting a stirring production of the musical 1776. That is just what Maine State Music Theatre has chosen to do – the only regional company in Maine to receive the rights at present - for the Sherman Edwards 1969 show that delivers a witty, riveting, deeply human and affecting account of our Founding Fathers. Directed by Amber Mak and featuring stunning cast of twenty-eight, MSMT‘s production is one of those artistic events audiences cannot afford to miss.

Video: First Look at 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 24, 2026

Maine State Music Theatre has shared a first look video for its production of 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, featuring Broadway veterans and MSMT favorites in the cast.

1776 to Open Musicals at Richter's 42nd Outdoor Season in Danbury
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026

Musicals at Richter, Connecticut's longest-running outdoor theater, will present the Tony Award-winning musical 1776 to kick off its 42nd season at the Richter Arts Center in Danbury.

1776 to Be Performed by Town Hall Theater Young Company in Middlebury
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026

Town Hall Theater Young Company will present 1776 THE MUSICAL in Middlebury, Vermont, with three performances scheduled across one weekend.

1776 to Open at Little Theatre of Fall River Amid America's 250th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2026

Little Theatre of Fall River will present the musical 1776, directed by Paula Arruda, at B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River, MA, marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Interview: Crisis, Confrontation, & Consensus James Patterson Debuts as John Adams in 1776
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 15, 2026

“John Adams is a debut role for me. I love his passion.  He is the central catalytic force in the entire drama. He has dedicated his life to God, country, and family in that order.  He’s been toiling in the Continental Congress for years now, and he just wants to get the job [independence] done and go home to his family.” Actor James Patterson is speaking enthusiastically about the challenge of playing the Founding Father from Massachusetts in Maine State Music Theatre’s new production of 1776, created for America’s 250thanniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, that begins its run at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick, Maine on June 24th.

Photos: 1776 Starring Broadway's Mark Aldrich to Open at Ivoryton Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

Ivoryton Playhouse will stage the Tony Award-winning musical 1776, starring Broadway veteran Mark Aldrich, with a cast of 26 actors and an eight-piece orchestra at the Connecticut venue. Check out first look photos.

1776 to Open at Ivoryton Playhouse Starring Mark Aldrich
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

Ivoryton Playhouse will stage the Tony Award-winning musical 1776, starring Broadway veteran Mark Aldrich, with a cast of 26 actors and an 8-piece orchestra at its intimate Connecticut venue.

Interview: John Treacy Egan On Playing Benjamin Franklin in 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jun 10, 2026

Broadway veteran John Treacy Egan discusses making his Maine State Music Theatre debut as Benjamin Franklin in 1776, running June 24 through July 11 at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick.

Review: 1776 at Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - Jun 1, 2026

What did our critic think of 1776 at Abbey Theater Of Dublin?

1776 To Be Presented At Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026

Ann Arbor Civic Theatre will present 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical about the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, at the Arthur Miller Theatre, featuring a cast of 26 actors in gender-inclusive roles.

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.