The American musicals 1776 and Hamilton both dramatize the founding of the nation from very different perspectives. This lecture examines how these revolutionary works present contrasting visions of American ideals and portray a society at a historical crossroads. Note: This lecture features video clips from both musicals.
Michael Langlois is a performer, lecturer, and storyteller with decades of experience. He has lectured from Connecticut to California on topics ranging from acting and directing, to using one’s passions to bridge divides and engage with others. Michael has worked with young and old alike, helping individuals find their voice and tell their own unique stories. He has directed across New England, including performances for the Hartford Children’s Theatre, Springfield’s Drama Studio, and the Ashford Youth Theatre, where he worked for nearly 20 years as Artistic Director. Additionally, Michael worked for over a decade with New London, Connecticut’s Flock Theatre serving as an Associate Artist. There he directed, acted, and taught classes. Michael’s directing credits include A Midsummer Night’s Dream; Othello; Lysistrata; Godspell; A Piece of My Heart; The Imaginary Invalid; Macbeth; The Crucible; Antigone; The Taming of the Shrew; and The Tempest. Acting credits include the Stage Manager in Our Town; King Henry in Henry V; Brutus in Julius Caeser; and Tobias in Sweeney Todd.
This program is free and open to all.
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