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Current Exhibit

Musical theater in the U.S. has engaged with political topics from its early days. From George and Ira Gershwin’s Of Thee I Sing to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton: An American Musical, the intersection between entertainment, politics, and patriotism presents an emotionally powerful combination for theatergoers. Some shows are overtly political, addressing social and cultural issues with a heavy hand and a strong message. Others have taken a lighter, more humorous approach to the peculiarities of America’s history and government. And some have been co-opted or taken on a significance that their authors never intended, due to contemporary events happening far from the lights of Broadway.  

 

In the exhibit, you will find a few questions that we would like YOU to think about.  In true democratic fashion, we hope you will offer your opinion and join the conversation. This exhibit will remain open through October 22, 2021 - make your vote count!

 

Hours:
Mon- Fri: 10AM - 4PM

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An Exploration of Political Musicals:

  • Of Thee I Sing - George and Ira Gershwin
  • Camelot - Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe
  • 1776 - Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone
  • 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue - Leonard Bernstein and Alan Jay Lerner
  • Hamilton: An American Musical - Lin-Manuel Miranda
  • Also includes: South Pacific, Allegiance, Cabaret, Hair, Dearest Enemy, Bloomer Girl

 

Political Themes and Topics:

  • Freedom of Speech
  • Racial Equality
  • Immigration
  • Women's Rights
  • Political Economy
  • Political Campaigns
  • Environmentalism
  • Bipartisanship
  • National Defense & War
  • Civil Rights
  • and more!

 

Explore this exhibit online now!

 

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our Current Exhibit

a Traveling Exhibit

Visit The Great American Songbook Foundation
1 Carter Green
Carmel, IN 46032
317.844.2251
Info@TheSongbook.org

Songbook Exhibit Gallery Location & Hours
Enter west entrance of the Palladium on 3rd Ave
Monday-Friday 10am-4pm; also open one hour before Songbook and Jazz Series events in the Palladium

The Great American Songbook Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook.