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Ken Burns's two-part, four-hour documentary, Benjamin Franklin, explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th Century's most consequential and compelling personalities.

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Philly POPS Sets Independence Day Concerts, Fireworks Show
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2016

?On Independence Day Weekend, the Philly POPS will perform its annual free July 3 concert on Independence Mall, at the City of Philadelphia's July 4 Celebration of Freedom ceremony and parade on Independence Mall, and as part of the city's July 4 concert and fireworks show on the Benjamin Franklin P...


Carolee Carmello to Lead All-Female 1776 at Feinstein's/54 Below on President's Day
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2017

On February 20th, President's Day, an all-female cast will present the musical 1776 in concert at Feinstein's/54 Below. ...


Get Ready for 54 Below's All-Female 1776 with an Instagram Preview from Carolee Carmello
by Julie Musbach - February 18, 2017

This Monday, February 20th, President's Day, an all-female cast will present the musical 1776 in concert at Feinstein's/54 Below. Star Carolee Carmello recently posted an Instagram video previewing the exciting evening....


BWW Review: 1776 THE MUSICAL - A Winning Declaration
by Lynn Beaver - October 10, 2016

Currently playing at The Georgetown Palace Theatre, 1776 THE MUSICAL, has a new concept on the popular, patriotic show that succeeds on every level. Director Clifford Butler has assembled a top notch cast with an added bonus. He chose to blind cast the roles in the musical, making fully half of the ...


Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics & The Jones Girls Set for NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - October 20, 2016

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of this '70s so...


CPCC Theatre to Kick Off 2016-17 Season with 1776: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2016

Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) Theatre is excited to kick off its 2016-2017 performance season with "1776: The Musical," September 23 to October 2, in its Pease Auditorium....


Norris Theatre to Close Out Election Year with '1776' in Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016

The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....


Guy Louis, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES and More Set for Meadow Brook Theatre's 2016-17 Children's Series
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016

Meadow Brook Theatre continues to provide children's entertainment for the 9th season. Beginning in October of 2016, the theatre will present 6 shows for children!...


BWW Review: 44 PLAYS FOR 44 PRESIDENTS is an American History Geek's Turn On at CPT...But...
by Roy Berko - October 19, 2016

Yes, in a period of two hours and twenty minutes, plus intermission, 44 plays whoosh across the Cleveland Public Theatre stage. During that time the audience is exposed to all of the United States of America's Presidents. Well, to be honest, there are 45 plays...one, based on the audience vote, an a...


BWW Preview: New York Antiquarian Book Fair to Present THE ALEXANDER HAMILTON COLLECTION - Original Letters, Documents And Imprints, 3/9-12
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - March 08, 2017

A unique collection of original letters, documents and imprints relating to the life and times of Alexander Hamilton-the orphan immigrant founding father who fought for independence, founded our financial system, and fostered a government capable of surviving internal factions and foreign foes-will ...


Meadow Brook Announces 2016-2017 Children's Series Schedule and Sponsors
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016

Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...


The Birth of a Nation! The Alpha Players to Present 1776 This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016

Come and witness the birth of a nation with The Alpha Players and a live orchestra when they present '1776' at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 7, 8 & 9, 2016....


UMKC Theatre Season Opens with Theresa Rebeck's O BEAUTIFUL
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016

UMKC Theatre kicks off its 2016-2017 season with the explosive satirical play, O Beautiful by Theresa Rebeck. Co-directed by Stephanie Roberts and Theodore Swetz, O Beautiful will preview October 14, 15, 17, 18, open October 19, and run selected dates through October 23 at the Spencer Theatre, James...


CRT Presents Regional Premiere of Agatha Christie's CARDS ON THE TABLE
by Nora Dominick - July 28, 2016

For the fourth show in their 45th anniversary summer season, Cortland Repertory Theatre presents the regional premiere of the exciting murder mystery 'Cards on the Table' adapted by Leslie Darbon from the novel by Agatha Christie. Performances will run from August 3rd - 13th with evening performance...


Time Travel Adventure THE HISTORY MYSTERY to Play TADA! This Winter
by BroadwayWorld JR - January 11, 2017

Opening on Inauguration Day and closing on President's Day, TADA!'s winter original musical is starting a very important conversation with family audiences. Originally written in 1995, The History Mystery book was rewritten after the 2016 election. The History Mystery touches on women's rights, civi...


BWW Review: Beth Leavel Boffo @ Birth of The Black Box Broadway Series
by Nancy Grossman - November 21, 2016

Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel launched the Broadway Series at The Black Box at the Franklin Performing Arts Company in a boffo one-night-only concert, accompanied on piano by Musical Director Phil Reno. The star was joined onstage by five young FPAC vocalists who portend a bright future for musical ...


Meadow Brook Announces 2016-2017 Children's Series Schedule and Sponsors
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2016

Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...


Morris Jumel Mansion Presents A TASTE FOR CHOCOLATE, A Commodity In 18th-19th Century
by Molly Tracy - January 10, 2017

The Morris-Jumel Mansion (MJM), Manhattan's oldest house, will present a special exhibition exploring cacao and chocolate as a commodity and emerging breakfast tradition in colonial and post-colonial America....


Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics & The Jones Girls Set for NJPAC
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2016

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of this '70s so...


Rivertown Theaters to Bring Politics to the Stage 1776-Style This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2016

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will be the center of the most entertaining political process in history when the Tony Award- winning musical 1776 convenes on the Main Stage November 4 -20, just in time to give voters some relief and diversion from this year's Presid...


Photo Flash: First Look at Jamie LaVerdiere, David Studwell and More in 1776 at the Engeman
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2016

The John W. Engeman Theater presents 1776 now through Sunday, November 6, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!...


Norris Theatre to Close Out Election Year with '1776' in Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016

The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....


BWW Review: The Engeman's 1776
by Melissa Giordano - September 28, 2016

In seeing the Tony winning Sherman Edwards/Peter Stone musical 1776, we get an interesting account of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration Of Independence. It is actually uncanny - and kind of funny - how this story still resonates today; petty arguing amongst congress and how div...


E.D.G.E Theatre's 1776 Opens Tomorrow at Mary's Attic
by A.A. Cristi - August 31, 2016

E.D.G.E. Theatre is pleased to announce, in honor of the November elections, 1776. The production features music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards, book by Peter Stone and direction by Melissa Crabtree with musical direction by Linnea Carrera, September 1 - 17, at Mary's Attic, 5400 N Clark Ave. Opening...


CTG Continues Free Library Play Readings in Boyle Heights Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016

Center Theatre Group continues its free play reading series with the reading of six plays at three public libraries in Boyle Heights....






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