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A musical based on the events surrounding the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence, 1776 won the 1969 Tony Award for Best Musical.
Story:
John Adams, the original innovator behind America’s Declaration of Independence, teams up with Benjamin Franklin, Richard Henry Lee, and Thomas Jefferson to battle those in Congress who oppose the movement to declare independence from England. The team cooperatively conceives and eventually passes the resolution that frees America from British tyranny.
Howard Da Silva had a heart attack after the final preview of 1776, but insisted on performing on opening night.
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Best Musical
Best Featured Actor in a Musical - Ronald Holgate
Best Direction of a Musical
Best Featured Actress in a Musical - Virginia Vestoff
Best Scenic Design
Ken Howard
Outstanding Book
Outstanding Costume Design
Best Revival of a Musical
Best Featured Actor in a Musical - Gregg Edelman
Best Direction of a Musical
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical - Gregg Edelman
Outstanding Revival of a Musical
Outstanding Actor in a Musical - Brent Spiner
Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Outstanding Revival of a Musical