The Civil War (2017) Highlights
The Broadway musical by Frank Wildhorn Jr.
Drawing on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts, and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Walt Whitman, THE CIVIL WAR is a thrilling and awe-inspiring "dramatic theatrical concert." This epic thematic revue puts a human face on the greatest tragedy of American history. It explores the experiences of the soldiers and leaders who fought for their way of life. It also examines the lives of the lovers and families they left behind, as well as the hopes and fears of the slaves whose freedom was at stake. This musical passionately asks us to consider our beliefs about freedom, honor, and faith.
Cast: Carl Anderson, Japheal Bondurant, Stephen Baker, Brittany Adair Beitzel, Jacob Daniel Cummings, Nathan Cooney, Daniel Gorham, Briana Franklin, Lindsey Aeriel Grimble, Joshua William Green, Josh Harnish, Ray Hilton, Nicole Horton, Joshua Keefer, Cassandra Johnson, Jonah M. Martin, Paul Marini, Kat Prickett, Justin Mazzella, Terron Quailes, Lisa Stewart, Amber Renae, Holly Wert, Mina Thomas, Matthew Wilhelm, Wes Wise, Jennifer Wolcott, Sarah Zahn