Super Summer Theatre begins performances of "1776" on July 10 at the Spring Mountain Ranch State Park. The gripping, humorous production about the roots of America features a striking score by Sherman Edwards, and is based on the legendary book by Peter Stone.


"1776" is a funny, insightful and compelling drama.  Taking place in summer of 1776, the play tells the story of our nation as it prepares to declare independence and the humorous struggle for our founding fathers to agree.  Following John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania, and Richard Henry Lee and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia, "1776" tells the tale of how these famous men attempted to convince the members of the second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence. 


"1776" is the second of three musicals that will light up the stage at Spring Mountain Ranch during the 2008 summer season. Nestled in the heart of Red Rock Canyon, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park and Super Summer Theatre provide theatergoers with a special evening of relaxation, enjoyment and family-friendly entertainment.  Spring Mountain Ranch State Park is located 10 miles west of 215 on Charleston Ave


Preview Night: Wednesday, July 9


Opening night: Thursday, July 10 


Performances are Wednesday – Saturday (July 10, 11, 12, 16,17,18,19, 23, 24, 25, 26)


Gates open at 6 p.m.


Show starts at 8 p.m.  


Guests are encouraged to throw down a blanket, or bring/rent a chair in general-admission grass seating where many share a picnic dinner, indulge in treats from the concession stand and enjoy the outdoors before settling in under the stars for some super theatre.


Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 at the UNLV Box Office, Prestige Travel at Lake Mead and Rampart, or online at unlvtickets.com.  A limited number of tickets are available at the gate the night of the show for $15.  "1776" is produced by Stage Door Entertainment. Also playing this season is "Aida," Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theatre and Jazz Fest.  For more information, call 702.594.PLAY.  See you at the Ranch.