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The Walnut Street Theater Offers 1776 The Musical


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The Walnut Street Theater states that as a part of Philadelphia's celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this year they are offering 1776 the musical.

The musical runs until May 31st.

“Our gift to you and Philadelphia as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s birth – the founding fathers come alive in 1776, the classic award-winning Broadway musical. Join John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson as they fight for independence against a deadlocked Continental Congress in a retelling filled with humor, romance, pathos, and nail-biting tension. 1776 is not just a revolutionary musical; it’s a captivating journey of what happened right here in Philadelphia!”

1776 is America’s prize winning musical. Music and lyrics are by Sherman Herman, and the musical is based on a concept by Sherman Edwards. The original production was directed by Peter Hunt. Originally produced on the Broadway stage by Stuart Ostrow with the Set Design Book by Peter Stone.

You can get tickets via the link below:

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The Walnut Street Theater is located at 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. You can call 215-574-3550.