Wednesday, June 10 @ 7:00 pm: Return engagement! Join Michael Langlois for a presentation telling the story of the founding of our nation through two American musicals, 1776 and Hamilton. This engaging lecture looks at these Revolutionary musicals and their contrasting visions of American society at a crossroads. (Note: this lecture features video clips from the two musicals.)
Michael Langlois is a performer, lecturer and storyteller with decades of experience on stage and off. He has lectured on topics ranging from acting and directing to using one’s passions to bridge divides and engage with others. 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.
This special A250 program is supported by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library Scholarly Series. Additional promotional support provided by Ridgefield Commemorates America at 250.
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