Friday, July 8, 2016

THE VOCALIST 2016 HITS HIGH NOTES WITH PROFESSIONALISM -- SEE PICS

The Media Theatre's annual summer singing competition, which is also an entertaining event for audiences, is "The Vocalist" and it hit high notes with its 2016 debut on Wednesday July 6. The talented singers were great examples of professionalism and poise as they each performed songs of their choice.

Professionalism was also exemplified by the warm emcee, Broadway actor Nicholas Saverine, who charmed the audience all night long with a bright personality and the ease of a stage veteran. Saverine has appeared on The Media Theatre stage several times in the past few years, and will be seen again this fall in Philadelphia's regional professional premiere of the Tony winning "Bridges of Madison County: The Musical".
Broadway and regional theatre actor Nicholas Saverine, who emceed the first 2016 "Vocalist"
"I feel so at home on this wonderful historic stage," Saverine said to the crowd of nearly 160. "I know these young performers do as well. This is a fantastic opportunity for them to have a summer showcase while expressing themselves the best way they can--by being vocalists."
The Media Theatre's Artistic Director Jesse Cline
with "The Vocalist" sponsor, John Whitig (President of Iron Workers Bank). 
Jesse Cline, the theatre's Artistic Director, who is one of the judges each week, added, "We look at this as an educational experience first and foremost. Yes, it's a contest and someone will eventually go home the winner, but the important aspect here is that they are able to perform each week on this professional stage in front of an audience. You cannot beat that type of education."

The other two judges during week one were actress and director Jennie Eisenhower and Iron Workers Bank President John Whitig. 

Cline also chats with each contestant after they sing, giving himself, the judges, and the audience a chance to get to know more about them. Some are humorous, while others are more heartfelt. Some are a bit nervous, while others hide it well. It's a mostly unrehearsed evening of entertainment and one never knows exactly what will happen after the show begins.
Ben Kapilow, the "Vocalist" accompanist
The only rehearsal the contestants have is one session each week with the show's music director and accompanist, Ben Kapilow. They go through their song with him each week a few days prior to the contest performance and then...it happens live!

The contestants/ performers in "The Vocalist 2016" are all between the ages of 14-24, with this year's participants skewing toward the younger side. For most, it's an opportunity to hone their craft, but for some it's a first time experience on stage in front of an audience. For audiences, it's pure entertainment as Broadway songs and pop classics are performed each week by up and coming talent.

Tickets are $12 for children and $15 for adults during the show's first five weeks. No contestant is eliminated until after four weeks, with vote tallies and judges' scores being accumulated, and then "The Vocalist" heads into Week Five's Semi-Finals and Week Six's Finals. The ticket price goes up slightly for Week Six when the Top 15 perform, after being culled from this year's 27 contestants. The event is sponsored by Iron Workers Bank.

For tickets, call 610-891-0100 or visit mediatheatre.org. You may also vote for your favorite contestant online which may assist them in moving forward after week four.

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VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE VOCALIST HERE

Alexia Alvarez, 14, of Media,  opened the show with "Safe and Sound"


Alexandra Battisti, 14, from Malvern, sang "Johnny One Note"
Kyleigh Bleacher, 19, of Ridley Park sings "Piece by Piece"
West Chester's Emma Costello, 14, sings "Come To My Garden"
Larissa Culbertson, 14, of Wayne, sings "Superboy and Invisible Girl"
Aidan Curry, 14, of Broomall, speaks to Jesse Cline after he performed "Naughty"
Tori D'Ascenzo, 15, of Delco enjoys her second summer as a "Vocalist".
She sang "Can't Help Falling In Love"
Jake Faragalli, 14, of New Jersey does "Believe" from Book of Mormon. 
Lauren Faulkner, 15, Glenolden does her song "Blue Lips"
16 year old William Fay of Boothwyn does "Sarah"
Elaine Ficarra, 15, of Glenmoore, belts out "I Dreamed A Dream"
18 year old Troy Gartner from Paoli, sings the classic "Get Me To The Church On Time"
Moses Gonzalez, 21, of Woodlyn, does "Pretending"
Kate Goodrich, 19, of Media sings
Toni Huegel, 14, of Springfield performs "Gravity"
Carrie Hytha, 21, of Phoenixville, sings "Take The A-Train"
Kaliegh Kahan, 16, Cochranville, does "At Last" 
Garnet Valley's 14 year old Megan Kascenski sings "A Thousand Years"
Sarah Korbel, of Wayne, 17, gets into "Somewhere" from West Side Story
Paul Mariani III, 15, of Admore with "December 1963"
17 year old Jacob Mergott, of Swarthmore, sings "Love Is Here To Stay"
Sophia Newton, 15, of West Chester interprets "Beautiful"
Hope Smalley and her guitar do "Graceland". She is 19 from Secane
Molly Sorensen, 14, "Another Suitcase in Another Hall"

"Pulled" from Addams Family is done by Alli Sutton, 16, of Hatboro
Havertown's 16 year old Matt Tierney and "Seasons of Love"
Paul Vink, 14, of West Chester closed the first week with "Empty Chairs" from Les Miz

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

MEDIA THEATRE HAS 'BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY' MUSICAL SEPT. 14-OCT. 23

The Media Theatre has the Philadelphia region's professional premiere of Jason Robert Brown's Tony winning musical "The Bridges of Madison County" this fall. The show, which received Tony Awards in 2014 for Best Score and Best Orchestrations, plays September 14 to October 23.

Millions of film goers have seen the movie starring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood, although the writers of the musical state it is based on the best-selling novel. The romance focuses on a beautiful Italian woman who married an American soldier to get out of Italy during the war. When her family attends the 1965 State Fair in Iowa, she meets a handsome National Geographic photographer who alters her life dramatically in four days. It's a musical which captures the yearning of the human heart and the expanse of America's heartland as we travel roads we often dare not go, open doors we often refuse to notice, and cross over bridges which leave us breathless.


The score includes "Another Life", "It All Fades Away", and "Wondering". Marsha Norman wrote the book for the musical. GET TICKETS HERE

At The Media Theatre, "Bridges of Madison County" will be directed by award-winning director Jesse Cline. Christopher Ertelt will music direct.
Derek Basthemer, who will play Robert in "Bridges of Madison County: The Musical"

Elisa Matthews, a Barrymore nominated actress and veteran of several classic musicals at Media including "The Sound of Music" and "My Fair Lady", will play the lead role of Francesca.

Derek Basthemer, who has performed in shows ranging from "Titanic" to "Nine to Five" at regional theatres such as The Gateway Playhouse in New York and Lancaster's Dutch Apple Theatre, will play the role of Robert in his Media debut.

Robert Stineman, recently seen in Media's "To Kill A Mockingbird" and "1776", returns in the role of Bud.

The roles of the teenagers, Michael and Carolyn, are played by three Media Theatre New School Students. Gianni Palmarini takes on the role of Michael, while Anna Rosenthal and Molly Sorensen share the role of Carolyn.

Broadway's Nicholas Saverine, seen in Media's "1776" and "Sunset Boulevard" as well as other productions on its historic stage, plays the role of Charlie with Media's Faith Yesner as Marge.

Two young ladies make their Media Theatre debut: Caroline Dooner as Marian, and Marissa Wolner as the State Fair Singer.

The Ensemble is made up of CJ Celiero, Kaitlin Davis, JP Dunphy, Desiree Maira, Sam Nagel, and Wolner.


For tickets, visit mediatheatre.org or call 610-891-0100. "The Bridges of Madison County" is on stage at The Media Theatre Sept. 14 to Oct. 23. 

The Media Theatre's 2016-17 Season also includes "A Christmas Story: The Musical", "Romeo and Juliet", "Side Show", and "West Side Story". Subscriptions are available.










Sunday, June 26, 2016

MEDIA THEATRE ANNOUNCES 'VOCALIST 2016' CONTESTANTS

You don’t have to go to NYC to find talented young up and coming performers. The Media Theatre’s summer “Vocalist” and “Vocalist Junior” events allow local youth to shine on stage each Wednesday and Sunday night from July 6 through August 14.
From elementary school age up to 24 years old, the annual competition is entertaining for audiences, much like the popular national singing contests on television. Produced by Media Music Theatre Company, the weekly showcases provide ample opportunity for the contestants as well, allowing them a chance to perform for large audiences while honing their skills on Delaware County’s only professional music theatre stage.
"The Vocalist" and "Vocalist Jr" Music Director and accompanist, Ben Kapilow
The contestants have been culled from recent auditions held at the theater’s new School and Dance Studio. The actual contest performances take place at the Media Theatre, 104 E. State St. Ages 14-24 will sing Wednesday nights at 7pm during “The Vocalist,” while the tots and pre-teens, ages 7-13, take the stage during “Vocalist Junior” on Sunday evenings at 7pm.
They’ll be slight changes to the contest this year, but the format remains the same. No one is eliminated until after Week 4 in either competition, and an extra week has been added moving the “Vocalist” and its “Junior” counterpart to a six week series starting this year.
“Audiences will actually get to see each contestants grow,” said Media Music Theatre Co. Artistic Director Jesse Cline. “We also look at this as an educational experience. So, rather than singing one song and leaving the competition, each vocalist has the opportunity to learn a bit more about what it takes to perform in front of an audience on a professional stage.”
Cline, as the one constant judge, is a part of an important process in the competition. He will have an extra category on his ballot that will not appear on the guest judges’ tally sheets. His added category is Individualism, which reflects his connection to the singers each week and his rapport with them following their performances.

“In getting to know them more than the other judges, it seems logical that I would have this extra category,” Cline said. “There may be a week in which a young singer falters a bit, but I will know what they are capable of and who they are. The Individualism category speaks to the fact that each contestant is unique. Their interests and what is best for them should come first. Each has their own story to tell in their own way.”
The guest judges will mark their ballots in three categories. The added category of Song Choice will join Vocal Ability and Stage Presence. Cline will have those three, plus his extra category. All categories will utilize a 1-10 ranking system, with 1 being the lowest score and 10 being the highest.
Online voting will take place again this year, not affecting any outcome until after Week Three. As with the judges’ scoring, the online voting will also be accumulated for four weeks. After Week 4, online scores will be tallied and the person with the most votes online will receive an added 30 points to their total score. The additional points may or may not assist them in moving forward. The second-place online vote-getter will receive an added 25 points, with the third receiving 20 extra. Vote-getters four through 10 receive 15 extra points, and those who rank 11-15 online will gain 10 extra points to possibly move them into the semifinals.
“We value our first-time Media Theatre performers as well as those returning,” Cline said. “To have so many aspiring vocalists from Delaware County and the Philadelphia region interested in our programs here is a big stamp of approval.”
 The top five in each contest receive cash prizes. They are sponsored by Iron Workers Bank. For more information or tickets, call 610-891-0100 or visit mediatheatre.org
The “Vocalist” contestants begin singing their hearts out with songs of their choice each Wednesday night July 6 through August 10. They are Alexia Alvarez, 14, Media; Alexandra Battisti, 14 of Malvern; Kyleigh Bleacher, 19, Ridley Park; Emma Costello, 14, West Chester; Larissa Culbertson, 14, Wayne; Aidan Curry, 14, Broomall; Tori D’Ascenzo, 15, Delco; Lauren Faulkner, 15, Glenolden; Jake Faragalli, 14, NJ; William Fay, 16, Boothwyn; Elaine Ficarra, 15, Glenmoore; Troy Gartner, 18, Paoli; Moses Gonzalez, 21, Woodlyn; Kate Goodrich, 19, Media; Toni Huegel, 14, Springfield; Carrie Hytha, 21, Phoenixville; Megan Kaczenski, 14, Garnet Valley; Kaliegh Kahan, 16, Cochranville; Sarah Korbel, 17, Wayne; Paul Mariani III, 16, Ardmore; Jacob Mergott, 17, of Swarthmore; Sophia Newton, 15, West Chester; Hope Smalley, 19, Secane; Molly Sorensen, 15, Malvern; Allison Sutton, 16, Hatboro; Matt Tierney, 16, Havertown; and Paul Vink, 14, of West Chester.
“Vocalist Junior” singers will entertain while they vie for the top five spots starting Sunday night July 10 and continuing through August 14. They are Josh Atkinson, 12, Drexel Hill; Matthew Bentley, 12, Thornton; Jada Bochanski, 8, Broomall; Shannon Clark, 13, Havertown; Joseph Colasante, 13, Brookhaven; Grace Curry, 11, Broomall; Cara Furchner, 8, Glen Mills; Veronica Garrubbo, 13, Berwyn; Bridget Henry, 9, Havertown; Hayley Hughes, 13, Hockessin, DE; Ava Kelly, 12 and Skylar Kelly, 12 of Phoenixville; Khadijah King, 7, Upper Darby; Sadie Lock, 9, Wenonah, NJ; Sean Lock, 12, Malvern; Natalie Mancini, 9, Broomall; Carly McGuinn, 12, Glen Mills; Fiona Moser, 13, Havertown; Amanda Shaughnessy, 13, Wallingford; Mary Kate Vink, 12, West Chester; Brynn Washbourne, 9, Coatesville; Abigail White, 13, Boothwyn; Carter Weiss, 11, Pike Creek, DE; and Violet Wiley, 10, Woodlyn.
Notably, Paul Mariani III is competing for the sixth year, having started out as a “Junior” member of “Vocalist”. Last year, at age 14, he moved into the Wednesday night “Vocalist” contest where he will compete again this year. Also of note, Molly Sorensen, who won “Vocalist Junior” two years ago, makes her debut in the 14-24 age category with “Vocalist” this summer where she will compete against others in her age range and slightly older. When she won “Junior” she was one of the oldest contestants in the younger age category. 

Saturday, May 28, 2016

MEDIA THEATRE ANNOUNCES CAST OF UPCOMING 'ROMEO AND JULIET'

The Media Theatre will produce its first Shakespeare classic in January and February 2017 when "Romeo and Juliet" takes the winter slot as its annual play. 

Since 2014, within its season of four professional musical productions, the theatre brings a classic play to its stage. "It's been highly successful for us," said Jesse Cline, Artistic Director, who directed the first three legendary plays (Diary of Anne Frank, The Miracle Worker, and To Kill A Mockingbird) to great acclaim, winning two Broadway World Awards as Best Director for his work on the classics. "We have weekday morning shows for middle school through high school, and our subscribers and patrons enjoy seeing these theatrical presentations."

"Romeo and Juliet" will see Cline handing the reins to a guest director, Bill Van Horn, who recently directed the popular "Peter and the Starcatcher" at Walnut Street Theatre. 

The lead of Walnut's "Starcatcher" production, Brandon O' Rourke, will work with Van Horn once again as he takes the lead role of Shakespeare's teenager in love in "Romeo and Juliet". Lexi Gwynn, who played lead roles for Cline in "The Miracle Worker" and "To Kill A Mockingbird", returns to appear opposite O' Rourke as Juliet. Gwynn won a 2015 Broadway World Award as Best Actress for her portrayal of Helen Keller in "The Miracle Worker".

"I look forward to working with these two very talented young professional actors," said Van Horn, who is no stranger to The Media Theatre stage himself having just wrapped playing the role of McNair in "1776". 

"The Media is a great space," he said. "It's a real gem for the region and I have a terrific vision for "Romeo and Juliet"."

"Romeo and Juliet" runs January 25 to February 19, 2017 at The Media Theatre. As a general rule for the annual Media Theatre plays, it is best to reserve seats early as they tend to sell out, particularly for school groups. For tickets and information, call 610-891-0100 or GET TICKETS HERE

The "Romeo and Juliet" cast is:

Romeo..................Brandon O' Rourke*
Juliet......................Lexi Gwynn*

Benvolio................Luke Brahdt
Tybalt.....................Leighton Samuel
Mercutio................Nick Parker*
Paris.......................Geoffrey Bruen
Abraham...............Gavin Whitt

Lord Capulet........Anthony Marsala
Lady Capulet........Hillary Parker*

Prince Escalas.....Grant Struble
Friar Laurence......John Morrison*

Lord Montague/ Apothecary.....Michael Fuchs
Lady Montague/ Chorus............Marissa Barnathan

The Nurse..............Susan Wefel

Gregory/ Friar/ Chorus...............Nicholas Saverine*
Sampson.......................................Thomas Lock

Ensemble/ Chorus:
Hannah Brannau, Gigi Furlan, Josiah Jacoby 

(*Member of Actors Equity Association)













Sunday, May 22, 2016

THE JUNGLE BOOK IS LIVE ONSTAGE AT MEDIA THEATRE THIS SUMMER

Mowgli, Baloo, and the gang are ready to entertain this summer each weekend at The Media Theatre in "The Jungle Book". In this new live-action version written by Tim Haney with additional material by Roger Ricker and music by Ben Kapilow, audiences will find humor and heart as Mowgli grows up with the assistance of animal friends.

Based on Rudyard Kipling's stories, "The Jungle Book" starts out with Mowgli as a small child and ends with him as a pre-teen. The musical is a perfect introduction to theatre for ages 4 and up.

Adult actors join students of the theatre's classes and camps to present the story. Tim Haney reprises his role as Baloo, played five years ago to great acclaim. Mark Marano, recently seen as Samuel Chases in "1776", leaps into the role of King Louis the Orangutan and Henry O' Neill, a policeman from Prospect Park, lends his talent to the role of Father Wolf.

Some roles are double cast to allow plenty of opportunity for young student actors and to present a fresh take to each performance in this new scripted production, based on the show produced at The Media Theatre five years ago. New music has been written by Kapilow with revised lyrics by Kapilow and Haney. 

The hour long show plays Saturdays at 11am and Sundays at Noon June through August. Call 610-891-0100 or visit mediatheatre.org for tickets

JUNGLE BOOK CAST:

MOWGLI, YOUNGER...DANNY PEDERSEN/ AIDAN FOX

MOWGLI,OLDER....BEN PEDERSEN/ ZACHARY DIVITO

BALOO, THE BEAR.....TIM HANEY

BAGHEERA, THE PANTHER....JOSH ATKINSON/ CHLOE MILLETT

SHERE KHAN, THE TIGER...PAUL VINK/ GIGI FURLAN

KING LOUIS, THE ORANGUTAN....MARK MARANO

KAA, THE PYTHON....MARY KATE VINK/ ALLIE VACARRO

WILLOW, THE GIRL....CASSIDY ELSE/ RACHEL MCVEY

Father Wolf--HENRY O' NEILL/ DAYSHAUN HEWITT

Mother Wolf--HANNA MURPHY/ KAYLA BLACKSTOCK

Tabaqui the jackal---CARTER WEISS/ BRIDGET HENRY

 Akela, head of the wolf pack--FLETCHER BURTON/ HOLDEN DUBACH

Grey Brother, a wolf---SEAN O' NEILL/ ALEX POLLARD

Messua, Mowgli’s mother--JILLIAN DONOHUE/ HAYLEY HUGHES

 Indira-- ROYA WOLCOTT/ DEJA WINN

 Hunters--ALYSSA CARLOW/ SAMANTHA SWEENEY

The monkey people--MACY DEVITT, LAUREN CUSICK, AIDAN FOX, DANNY PEDERSEN, BRIDGET HENRY, CARTER WEISS

UNDERSTUDIES:
Mowgli...Alex Pollard
Baloo....Mark Marano
Bagheera...Hayley Hughes
Shere Khan/ Wolves/ King Louis....Roger Ricker
Kaa/ Willow....Hanna Murphy

Monday, May 16, 2016

TOM HIBBERD HONORED AT MEDIA THEATRE WITH CAPACITY CROWD

On Friday May 13, The Media Theatre was packed with a near capacity crowd. The production of "1776" was to begin at 8pm, but the real draw for the evening was the tribute held prior to the show for one of the most popular and beloved members of the Media community, Mr. Stanley T. "Tom" Hibberd III. 

Affectionately known as Tom Hibberd to those who know him, his life in and around Media has been one of tireless assistance to community, to neighbors, and to local organizations. A long time member of the Media Rotary, the Fair Trade Foundation, and The Media Theatre, Tom's popularity brought over 400 family and friends as well as associates to the theatre on the special night.
Tom Hibberd speaks to the crowd of over 400 at The Media Theatre on May 13. 
A reception was held in his honor in the elegant Crystal Room, where Tom has been involved in many meetings over the years as a Media Theatre Board member and subsequently its Chairman of the Board. Now with Emeritus status, his knowledge and insight is still an important factor in the theatre's movement forward.

During the past two years, as Tom's health began to fail, his enthusiasm for life and his community spirit nevertheless remains intact. "It wasn't just me who moved the theatre forward," he said in front of his adoring fans and friends. "There's also Mayor Bob McMahon, Jesse Cline, and Patrick Ward who work tirelessly in ensuring the theatre's success."
Tom Hibberd with his wife Wendy, Winston Hibberd, and Media Theatre Executive Director Patrick Ward


"I love the theatre's education programs," he stated. "The opportunities it gives to young people who have dreams of becoming Broadway stars or even stars in their own neighborhood is priceless. I can't imagine Media without it."

To assist in driving home his point, one of The Media Theatre's students, Ava Briglia, who started out performing on her own during the summer contest "The Vocalist" and is now playing the lead on Broadway in "Matilda" sent a special video greeting to Tom, which was shown on the theatre's big screen. Now 9 years old, her beaming smile lit up the room as she said, "We hope you feel better soon, Tom. We love you! Greetings from Broadway!"
Tom's brother Don addresses the crowd, honoring his brother
Another student and past "Vocalist Junior" winner Molly Sorensen, stood next to Mr. Hibberd as she sang the legendary musical theatre song "You'll Never Walk Alone" to him. 

Tom's brother, Don Hibberd, put the entire evening together in tribute to his sibling. He spoke of Tom as the crowd of over 400 listened with respect and honor. "I love my brother dearly," he said. "He says it's not what you do when you are alive, but what you are remembered for when you are gone that matters. This night is a tribute to the greatest man I know, here at a place that he loves so much."
Tom Hibberd with his son Nate at the Media Theatre May 13
Tom Hibberd listens to his tribute before the performance of "1776" 
"We want to keep the opportunities for students and young people alive," Tom said. "Please keep the dream alive and support the theatre's educational programs. I've seen what happens on this stage when the young people get up here to perform, and it's pure magic. If you haven't seen it, you need to."

A special note to Mr. Tom Hibberd from Jesse Cline and Patrick Ward of The Media Theatre: "Tom, you have kept the dream alive and we are forever grateful."

Tom Hibberd and his brother Don have requested that anyone who wishes to support The Media Theatre's educational programs please call 610-891-0100.

Friday, April 22, 2016

MEDIA THEATRE HAS ROGER RICKER & FRIENDS 'HAPPY BIRTHDAY' CONCERT JUNE 5

It's time to sing "Happy Birthday" to The Media Theatre's Roger Ricker at a special concert on stage Sunday afternoon June 5 at 3pm. 

Ricker's birthday is actually June 7, when he will be a young 52 years old, but weekend parties are always the best so he has decided to put together a special fundraiser for the professional music theatre company.
Media Theatre's Roger Ricker
The Roger Ricker & Friends "Happy Birthday" concert will feature the veteran performer singing a few of his favorite pop classics including "Karma Chameleon" and "Man In The Mirror". Ricker will be joined by a youth ensemble for "Purple Rain" as the late legendary Prince was also born on June 7. 

In lieu of anyone giving him birthday surprises, Ricker requests that all gifts go toward Media Music Theatre Company which is the professional music theatre company housed at The Media Theatre. 

"This concert is a fun way for me to celebrate getting younger," he said. "But it's really about supporting Delaware County's only professional music theatre. I ask that everyone who attends support the theatre with a donation in celebration of my 52nd birthday. That is the finest gift you could give."

Ricker has had quite a year of performance, having been featured in last summer's "The Who's Tommy" and "Disney's Aladdin Jr." as well as this season's mainstage productions of "Gypsy" and "1776" plus the Children's Series shows "Tale of Beauty and the Beast", "Peter Pan and Wendy", and the current "Sleeping Beauty". He's been with The Media Theatre since it opened its doors in 1995 and assisted with its transition to a not-for-profit in 2000. All told, he's been in just about 100 shows at the historic venue.

"This is a nice way to cap the last twelve months," he explained. "After this, I'll take a break from the stage for a while so be sure to come see the concert June 5!"

The State Street Miracles, the theatre's performance troupe of adults with developmental disabilities, will also perform during the special event as well as a few surprise special guests including Prospect Park Policemen Henry O' Neill, who will make his concert debut. O' Neill was The Media Theatre's Volunteer of The Year honoree in 2015. 


Tickets for the Roger Ricker & Friends "Happy Birthday" concert Sunday June 5 at 3pm are $20 per person. Call 610-891-0100 or visit mediatheatre.org. 

Friday, April 15, 2016

'1776' AT MEDIA THEATRE.....FIRST LOOK PICS

The classic Tony winning musical "1776" is on stage at The Media Theatre now through May 22. Don't miss this humorous, lively, and meaningful production all about our founding fathers who created the Declaration of Independence.

Ben Dibble stars as John Adams, directed by Jennie Eisenhower.

Here's First Look Pics! Photos by Maura McConnell 
Ben Dibble as John Adams surrounded by members of the Second Continental Congress
John Morrison as Ben Franklin


Elyse Langley as Abigail Adams and Ben Dibble as John Adams
It's Larry LEES as Richard Henry LEE, quite ProudLEE
FOR TICKETS CALL 610-891-0100 OR VISIT MEDIATHEATRE.ORG

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