August 25 - September 11, 1999 at the Gateway Playhouse - (Long Island, NY):
Tom is playing the role of John Hancock, president of the Continental Congress. This show has vibrant music and verbal fireworks about the forging of a nation. Fresh from its Broadway run, this critically acclaimed musical provides an interesting slant on our recent current events! See a very different debate unfold as two hundred years ago our founding fathers decided the fate of America. A witty, fast paced, riveting show, with great music, great characters and lessons for all of us. Call (516) 286-1133 for tickets. For more information check out Gateway Playhouse's web site.
Show pictures can be seen on the 1776 Photo Page.
"Tom Schmid is a strong presence as John Hancock."
Lee Davis for The Southampton Press, September 2, 1999
"A satisfying show."
Alvin Klein for The New York Times, September 5, 1999
"On-target casting, first-rate performances, lively direction and solid musical direction have combined to make this a top-notched revival of an astonishing show."
Lee Davis for The Southampton Press, September 2, 1999
"The performance was engaging, enlightening and absolutely entertaining."
Deborah Kulka-MacLellan for Suffolk Life, September 1, 1999
"And we were always taught that history lessons couldn't be fun ... Gateway Playhouse must have missed that lesson because they've managed to put together an enjoyable musical comedy."
Frank S. Costanza for The Long Island Advance, September 2, 1999
"A vibrantly alive history lesson."
Lee Davis for Newsday, August 27, 1999
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