Good but not great
by Eneri on 3/19/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoWhile enjoyed the all female cast. The original still sits above in overall performance.
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What will it take to get two dozen powerfully passionate, exceedingly complicated, and all-too-human individuals to settle their differences, while they hold the very future of a nation in their hands? American Repertory Theater at Harvard University/Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, 1776, is a tuneful, witty, and constantly surprising reexamination of a pivotal moment in American history from directors Jeffrey L. Page (Violet) and Diane Paulus (Waitress). 1776 comes to Chicago with the celebrated Broadway cast that reflects multiple representations of race, gender, and ethnicity. You may never think about our country--who we are and why--the same way again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by Rolani on 3/15/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoWhat an unbelievable show !! So entertaining and the cast was incredible!!
Rating: 4 out of 5 I found 1776 very entertaining.
by Bernie on 3/14/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoThe cast was very talented, the singing was great. I had a little trouble following the story at first, but it became clear as the show moved on. Thanks for a good time.
Rating: 5 out of 5 1776
by Margie on 3/14/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoMy husband had a poster from 1970’s that i could never figure out what the Eagle coming out of egg meant but now I know. Great show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Comforting and Surprising!
by Theater Lover on 3/14/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoI’ve loved the story and music of 1776 for a long time, so I knew it would be a great show. The casting twist and the modern touches like the video montage were thrilling! The actor portraying Richard Henry Lee was probably my favorite—they were so sassy! Every actor was remarkable and well-cast. I would see this again, anytime, anywhere!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great
by Connie on 3/14/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoMy personal friend from Dallas, Liz Mikel, made it extra special. Loved the beautifully maintained theater as well.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Required Viewing
by MarcyJC on 3/13/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoFrom the pre-curtain acknowledgments to the final bow, this re-imagined 1776 performance exploded with powerful voices both celebratory and poignant. A must see for today’s Hamilton Era audiences, though the viewer will be advised not to expect to compare the two for their aims are different though lofty and challenging.
Rating: 3 out of 5 1776...tour
by Billyb on 3/11/23CIBC Theatre - Chicago3 stars diction needed the curtains used in the front and back needed to be taller in the mezz could see behind the seens...voice singing stong
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome cast with great voices
by Luanne on 3/11/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoTook me a minute to get characters lined up in my head but this was a great performance! If in 1776 some the forefathers had stuck to their ideas of freedom for all-men of color and ladies how different would the trials of today be
Rating: 2 out of 5 This play does not warrant diversity
by Proud American on 3/11/23CIBC Theatre - ChicagoDisappointed that that the play was misrepresented by using an all female cast whether gender specific or some other form of gender ID. The play had many inaccuracies and made many assumption on what the writer wanted to convey. Finally the online descrition should be more specific as to the alterations that are made to history.