The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville

Revolution 1776 weaves together a rich tapestry of personal stories, including wives who kept the home fires burning as their husbands went off to fight, teenage boys sharing their first-hand experiences in battle, and a determined young girl who lent her support to George Washington’s troops during the bitter winters, among others. Through these compelling personal stories, Revolution 1776 creates a vivid theatrical experience that brings history to life while fostering a deeper understanding of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of ordinary people whose actions helped shape a nation. This powerful production reminds us that history is made not only by famous leaders, but also by everyday people whose choices changed the course of history.

SOL & Curriculum Connections

SOL Connections to History and Social Science: VS.5, VUS.4 (D), VUS.5, USII.1; SOL Connections to English: 5.RI.1 (B), 6.C.1 (A), 7.1, 7.C.1 (A), 8.1, 8.C.1 (A), 10.C.1 (A), 11.3 (A), 11.RI; SOL Connections to Fine Arts (Theatre Arts): 5.6, 5.11, 6.3 (B), 6.10, 6.11, 6.16 (A), 7.3 (A,B,C), 7.4, 7.6, 7.7, 8.6, 8.16 (C); Curriculum Connections to the concepts of the American Revolution, historical perspectives, primary source-inspired storytelling, civic responsibility, leadership, sacrifice, resilience, historical empathy, personal narratives, theatre arts, and the enduring impact of individual actions on history.

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