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Liberty Smith

March 23-May 21, 2011
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Ford’s Theatre presents the world premiere of Liberty Smith, a madcap musical romp through Revolutionary America. A childhood friend of George Washington, apprentice to Benjamin Franklin and linked to Paul Revere’s remarkable ride, the elusive Liberty Smith weaves his way through familiar tales of a young nation. Rife with melody and blazing with adventure, Liberty Smith recalls the lush heyday of the American musical. Experience the birth of America through the eyes of our forgotten founding father: Liberty Smith.

“Very Disney! Good-natured and filled with wiseacre anachronisms. Liberty Smith is sunny and well-sung!”

- The Washington Post

From the Production

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Thomas Adrian Simpson, Drew Eshelman as Old Liberty Smith, Noah Chiet, Tracy Lynn Olivera and Michael Bunce in "Liberty Smith.” Photo by T. Charles Erickson. James Konicek as Benedict Arnold and Kelly Karbacz as Emily Andrews in “Liberty Smith.” Photo by T. Charles Erickson.

Behind the Scenes

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Michael Weiner who penned the music for the show with Lauren Williams and Matthew A. Anderson. Photo by Mark Ramont. Donna Migliaccio (Betsy Ross) and Carolyn Agan. Photo by Mark Ramont. The design team, creators, cast and staff of the Ford’s Theatre production Liberty Smith. Photo by Mark Ramont. Liberty Smith director Matt August shows off some of the costume designs for the show. Photo by Mark Ramont. Geoff Packard (Liberty Smith) and Kelly Karbacz who plays Betsy Ross’ niece, Emily Andrews, at first rehearsal. Photo by Mark Ramont.
Co-creators of Liberty Smith Marc Madnick, Adam Abraham, Michael Weiner and Eric R. Cohen. Photo by Mark Ramont.