Civil War

This was an excellant production. Very inovative. The players were so good! I particurally enjoyed the music ... aprpeciated the use of the music of the era.

I'd seen 'The Civic War' on stage before in full costume. The Ford's Theater production was fantasic. Cast in normal 2009 dress, but message and music was universal. The horrors of war and the emotional and physical toll it extracts makes this version especially strong because of the history of Ford's Theater. Unfortunately the museum part has not yet re-opened, but being in the theater where Lincoln was taken from us was magically. I think it should be an on-going production that runs when ever the theater is available. It would be a 'don't miss' stop for any DC visitor. So happy I was able to enjoy it. This version ended with pictures of gorund breaking African Americans including Pres Obama. Very moving.

The Civil War captured the human tragedy of this terrible event in American History. The songs were evocative of personal loss and the horrors of war. The production brought the Civil War to life, and the actors did a fine job with the songs, many of which were memorable.

This production is absolutely fantastic! Every American man, woman, and child should have the opportunity to experience it live! The cast is marvelous, the music great, and the drama superb! Highly recommended!