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Common Sense: The Story of Thomas Paine | A Modern Opera Performance

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Music, Performance

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Teens, Adults
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Common Sense: The Story of Thomas Paine, written and composed by John Taylor Thomas.

Tutti Bravi Productions, Inc. in collaboration with the Chappaqua Library and the New Rochelle Council on the Arts present an original modern opera.

An entertaining musical history that centers on the influential life of the political activist, philosopher, writer and patriot who lived out his later years on a farm in New Rochelle. In this spirited production, some of the historical figures who gave birth to our country are brought to life.

Produced by Billie Tucker & John Taylor Thomas. Directed and choreographed by Judy Tucker