The College of Staten Island Center for the Arts‘ recent co-production of 1776 with Ghostlight Players is receiving praise beyond the stage, with the Staten Island Advance highlighting the production as “a multigenerational sensation.” The feature explores how the ambitious collaboration brought together performers spanning generations, creating a unique theatrical experience that celebrated both community and the nation’s 250th anniversary through the Tony Award-winning musical.
Presented in the Center for the Arts’ Williamson Theatre, the production showcased the power of collaboration between the College of Staten Island Center for the Arts and Ghostlight Players, uniting local talent, seasoned performers, and emerging artists in a memorable celebration of live theater. The Advance’s coverage offers an inside look at the production’s impact on audiences and participants alike, underscoring why the show resonated so strongly across generations.
Read the full story, written by Pamela Silvestri, on the Staten Island Advance Website, and see some photos of the performances from this weekend below.
