Photo Flash: First Look at Theatreworks USA's THE CIVIL WAR

Theatreworks USA (Barbara Pasternack, Artistic Director, Ken Arthur, Producing Director), the nation's leading not-for-profit professional theatre for young audiences, is pleased to announce the Off-Broadway premiere of the new children's musical THE CIVIL WAR. as the 25th Anniversary production of the company's annual Free Summer Theatre Program. Check out photos of the cast in action below!

THE CIVIL WAR began performances onMonday, July 15, 2013 at Off-Broadway's Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street) and continues through Friday, August 16, 2013. Opening night is set for Thursday, July 18 at6:30pm.

THE CIVIL WAR is the story of people from different backgrounds fighting for the future of the nation - both sides believing they are fighting for freedom. Incorporating traditional songs from the period and many different character perspectives, this historical musical brings to life for the next generation of young people a major event in the history of our country.

Directed by Jonathan Silverstein and choreographed by Tracy Bersley, THE CIVIL WAR features book and additional lyrics by Arthur Perlman with arrangements and additional music by Jeff Lunden.

THE CIVIL WAR stars Adam Fontana as Will, Max Kumangai as Zac, Alyse Alan Louis as Jackie, Jim Stanek as Johnny, and Michael Thomas Walker as Sarge. Understudies are Zach Bencal, Sara Glancy and Aaron Wright.

Photo Credit: Jeremy Daniel