What Is the Broadway Play Hamilton About?

Hamilton is the inspiring tale of one of America’s founding fathers Alexander Hamilton. Based on the 2004 biography of the man penned by historian Ron Chernow, the musical revolves around the significant events that took place during Hamilton’s life. More than that, it is the story of how our nation came into being.   

Hamilton Show Information

• Duration

The total duration of the musical is 2 hours and 45 minutes (including the interval).

• Audience Age

Hamilton is recommended for people aged 10 and older.

Hamilton Story

Based on the life and work of Alexander Hamilton, the play features two distinct acts. Hamilton’s life, and indeed the history of the United States, has been chronicled through the major political events taking place in his day. It is essentially a story of America then told by the America of today.

The many characters Hamilton came across during his life have also been expertly portrayed in the production. With an emphatic score that mixes jazz, rap, hip-hop, R&B and Broadway music, Hamilton has turned the tale of America’s founding father into a theatrical revolution. It is a musical that will surely make a lasting impact people of all ages.

Categories

Hamilton is a rap and hip-hop musical. It is a first-of-its-kind production that incorporates different genres which aren’t traditionally seen on a Broadway stage.

Cast

Details of the Hamilton North American tour cast are given below.

Philip Cast

Angelica Cast

Creative

The following talented people make up the Hamilton creative team.

Philip Creative Team

Angelica Creative Team

Who Was in the Original Hamilton Broadway Cast?

The following individuals were part of the Hamilton cast for the original Broadway production.

Hamilton Tour 2020 – 2021

The Hamilton North American Tour 2020 – 2021 includes stints in places like San Francisco, New York, Toronto, Miami, Los Angeles, Washington, Houston, Salt Lake City, Vancouver, Seattle and Jacksonville among others. Check the dates for the shows in your city and get your Hamilton tickets today.

How to Buy Hamilton Tickets Online?

Hamilton tickets are available here at very convenient prices. To order your passes, simply select the date and time of the show you want the tickets for. After that, you just need to follow the simple instructions on the page and secure your seats.

Tips to Get Cheap Hamilton Tickets

The following tricks can help you get cheap Hamilton tickets.

• Make Your Move Early

The earlier you can secure your tickets, the better it is normally. Not only will you be able to find good seats but the cheapest prices tend to be available when sales begin. As time goes on and the date of the show draws nearer, prices are almost always likely to increase.

• Keep an Eye on Social Media

Social media is a nice way to find tickets in the secondary market at reasonable rates. There are often people who have tickets but, for one reason or another, can’t attend the event. They often try to resell their tickets and their prices are lower than what you are likely to get at a proper ticket reselling platform.

• Digital Subscriptions and Newsletters

These things make it easy to find out about any upcoming presales and promotional offers. So, sign up for them and also subscribe to email lists from your favorite artists. Set alerts for whenever tickets are available which is usually before the general public gets to see them.

Things You Should Know before Going to Watch Hamilton

Following are some of the things you should know before going to watch one of the most decorated Broadway productions in recent times.

• One of the Most Award-Winning Musicals Ever

Hamilton’s haul of 11 Tony Awards has been bettered only by The Producers (2001) which bagged the prestigious honor in 12 categories. Hamilton also has a Grammy Award for “Best Musical Theater Album” and a Pulitzer Prize for “Drama” to its credit.

• Lin-Manuel Miranda Took Six Years to Create Hamilton

Hamilton is by far Lin-Manuel Miranda’s most impressive piece of work. It took him more than a year just to craft the first song “Alexander Hamilton.” Another track “My Shot” took another 12 months to create. Miranda also worked closely with Ron Chernow all through the creation of the hit musical to gain as much accuracy with regard to the story as possible.

Who Is Currently Performing in the Hamilton Touring Cast?

The following people are a part of the Hamilton touring cast.

Philip Cast

Angelica Cast

Top 5 Quotes from Hamilton

Following are some of the most popular quotes from Hamilton.

• “Raise a glass to freedom, something they can never take away.” (John Laurens).
• “Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now.” (Eliza Hamilton)
• “Dying is easy, young man. Living is harder.” (George Washington)
• “I am the one thing in life I can control.” (Aaron Burr)
• “If there’s a reason I am still alive when everyone who loves me has died, I am willing to wait for it.” (Aaron Burr)

Top 10 Hamilton Songs

It is hard to pick one song over another because the Hamilton soundtrack is full of brilliant tracks. Nevertheless, here are 10 of the finest to feature in the hit musical.

• “You’ll Be Back” featuring King George III and Company (Act-I).
• “Alexander Hamilton” featuring Laurens, Burr, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison, Eliza, Washington and Company.
• “Wait for It” featuring Burr and Company.
• “Guns and Ships” featuring Lafayette, Washington, Burr and Company.
• “The Room Where It Happens” featuring Hamilton, Jefferson, Burr, Madison and Company.
• “The Schuyler Sisters” featuring Eliza, Peggy, Angelica, Burr and Company.
• “Satisfied” featuring Angelica and Company.
• “My Shot” featuring Laurens, Hamilton, Lafayette, Burr, Mulligan and Company.
• “One Last Time” featuring Hamilton, Washington and Company.
• “Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)” featuring Laurens, Hamilton, Mulligan, Lafayette, Washington and Company.

5 Reasons Why Hamilton Deserves All the Hype

The New York Times has called it “a theatrical landmark that has transformed theater and the way we think about history.” In fact, critical acclaim has been pouring in ever since the show made its debut in 2015. It certainly deserves all the hype. Here’s why:

• Incredible Music

As far as the music goes, there is hardly another Broadway play like Hamilton. The fusion of rap, R&B, hip-hop and traditional Broadway tunes is a bold step that has paid off in spectacular fashion. It all comes together flawlessly. Add to that the talented cast seamlessly transitioning from soulful numbers to quick-fire rap and unreal beat-boxing, and you have an unforgettable production on your hands. 

• Strong Script

The quality of the script certainly reflects the six years of hard work put into it by Miranda. Every word has been carefully crafted and every line is homage to Alexander Hamilton. Some even argue that Miranda is one of the most talented writers on the planet. Be that as it may but the strength of the script is ample proof of the man’s creative prowess.

• Excellent Acting

Hamilton’s talented cast takes you on an adventure unlike anything you could have imagined. It is one thing to have a great script but the gifted performers of Hamilton bring the story to life in spectacular fashion.

• Diverse Cast

Miranda’s decision to rope in gifted artists irrespective of their race or ethnicity has been a masterstroke. In his own words, the casting is a true of reflection of the America of today and its diversity. Besides, one of the reasons Hamilton is so relatable is that the audience can see themselves in it.

• A Lesson in History

For the most part, Hamilton closely follows the actual tale of Alexander Hamilton’s life. While Miranda has taken significant creative license for dramatic purposes, those modifications are few and far between. This means that the production is essentially a history lesson where you’ll come to know about a lot of interesting facts.