The Crossing
A Revolutionary New Musical
… In Concert
Franklin Township NJ 250 Presents The Crossing: A Revolutionary New Musical … In Concert — A Special Performance Marking the 250th Anniversary of the Battle That Changed History
Franklin250 proudly announces The Crossing: A Revolutionary New Musical … In Concert, a special concert performance featuring Broadway caliber actors and music from The Crossing, the new original musical created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the pivotal Revolutionary War battle that reshaped the course of American history.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Franklin Middle School Theater
Sampson G. Smith Campus,
1649 Amwell Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
The Crossing is a sweeping, emotionally rich musical that brings to life the tension, courage, and humanity surrounding Washington’s daring crossing of the Delaware River. Through powerful songs and storytelling, the musical explores the people, choices, and moments that defined a turning point in the fight for independence.
This concert performance — The Crossing: A Revolutionary New Musical … In Concert — offers audiences an early opportunity to experience the music of the show, performed by featured vocalists under the direction of an accomplished creative team:
· Directed by: Terri Seggio
· Musical Director & Composer: John Allen Watts
· Book & Lyrics: Jason Huza
· Music: John Allen Watts
“Every note in The Crossing carries the weight of a moment when ordinary people made extraordinary choices. In this concert performance, audiences will hear the heartbeat of the story — the fear, the hope, and the resolve that shaped a turning point in our nation’s history.” — John Allen Watts, Musical Director & Composer
*Franklin 250 is committed to bringing history to life in ways that inspire, educate, and engage our entire community,” said organizers of the Franklin 250 Committee. “This concert performance invites audiences to experience the emotional core of the musical while celebrating the legacy of the Revolutionary era.