From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will be open from May 9, 2025 @ 9:00am to July 8, 2025 @ 9:00am.

Event Details

1776 and Hamilton: two American musicals telling the story of the founding of our nation.  This lecture looks at these revolutionary musicals and their contrasting visions of an American society at a crossroads.  Note: this lecture features video clips from the two musicals.

This program is a Topically Ted Event. "Topically Ted" is a series inspired by the loves and life of Ted Mallory, founded in 2017 in honor of the eponymous Madison resident and beloved friend of the library. These special events are held quarterly and are made possible by the Mallory Family. Please sign up below!