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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wright State Theatre will present 1776, marking the final musical of their 2025-2026 season. This production showcases a pivotal moment in American history.

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.

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 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.

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.

Berkshire Theatre Group has announced its 2026 summer season at The Colonial Theatre and The Unicorn Theatre. The lineup includes ROALD DAHL’S JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR., 1776, THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE, and additional productions.

David Malinsky will make his solo cabaret debut with I WANT THE WORLD at Don’t Tell Mama in New York City. The one-night performance features songs by Stephen Sondheim and other composers. Musical direction is by Yasuhiko Fukuoka.

As he enters his sixth season with the Abbey Theater of Dublin, director Joe Bishara is overseeing a lineup of shows that brings elementary school students, high school and college-aged performers, and senior citizens to the stage.

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.

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.

In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.