Glendale Centre Theatre Becomes Independence Hall for Broadway's 1776

Under the helm of sought after Los Angeles theatre Director Todd Nielsen, the Tony Award-winning Musical 1776 will be presented at the Glendale Centre Theatre June 23 - August 13, 2011. With Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards, Book by Peter Stone, and Musical Direction by the award-winning Steven Applegate, 1776 premiered on Broadway in 1969 and is based on the events leading up to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. John Adams, disliked by many in Congress, joins Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson to bring forward a resolution for independence that will eventually set America free from England's tyranny. Powerful performances and an impeccably crafted script make 1776 as relevant today as it was when first written. Add a memorable score, a spectacular cast of 25... and 1776 delivers a riveting evening of theatre filled with history, humor, heart and romance.

Now in its 64th year, the Glendale Centre Theatre is not only an Equity Guest Contract venue; but the longest, continually-operating theatre in the United States.

Performances of 1776 are June 23 through August 13, 2011 and presented Thursday - Saturday Evenings at 8:00 pm with Saturday matinees at 3:00 pm. Sunday Matinees will are also be presented at 3:00 pm on July 10 and July 17 only. Tickets range between $23.00 - $26.00, pending the date and time of performance. Discount rates are available for groups of 15 or more.

The Glendale Centre Theatre is located at 324 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA 91203. Reservations and ticket purchases may be made by calling (818) 244-8481 or Faxing (818) 244-5042. Box Office hours are Monday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. For further information, please visit www.glendalecentretheatre.com.