Theatre in the Circle, a Judson Resident Theatre, will present Frankly Ben Franklin: A Musical Memoir, an engaging and imaginative musical that brings Benjamin Franklin's remarkable life to the stage.
Tempesta di Mare will present Soundtrack of Independence, a 10-performance series across Greater Philadelphia marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, including the first fully-orchestral performance in 250 years of America's first oratorio.
B Street Theatre will present FRANKLINLAND, a comedy by Lloyd Suh exploring Benjamin Franklin's relationship with his son William across decades of scientific ambition and political upheaval, at The Sofia in Sacramento.
The Crossing will conclude its season with The Month of Moderns, a series of concerts in Philadelphia. The program will feature world premieres by Nicole Lizée, Nathalie Joachim, and Peter Boyer. Performances will take place across multiple venues in June.
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.
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.
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the musical 1776 in coordination with the City of Dublin’s America-250 Celebration. Tickets are $17.76 for general admission.
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.
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.
1776 the Musical | April 18 & 19 at Barbara B. Mann PAH
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!
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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.
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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