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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: August 6, 2015

Broadway Schedule:

Tuesdays at 7pm
Wednesdays at 2pm and 8pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays at 8pm
Saturdays at 2pm and 8pm
and Sundays at 3pm

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History has its eyes on Hamilton. It's been almost one decade since this non-stop phenomenon arrived on Broadway, and there is no sign of it slowing down anytime soon. Hamilton is a groundbreaking musical that has made history in redefining the American musical theater landscape by telling the story of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this musical integrates hip-hop, R&B, and traditional show tunes to narrate Hamilton's rise to the nation's first Treasury Secretary.

Based on Ron Chernow's biography, the musical explores themes of ambition, legacy, and the complexities of the American Revolution through a diverse cast that reflects the multicultural society of today and illustrates the political and personal struggles that shaped the early years of the United States.

Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, a young, scrappy and hungry immigrant from the Caribbean who rises to become a key figure in the founding of the United States. Starting as a penniless orphan, Hamilton makes his mark as a fiery writer and joins the American Revolution, working closely with George Washington. After the war, he helps shape the new government as the first Secretary of the Treasury, where his vision of a strong, centralized economy clashes with political rivals like Thomas Jefferson. The story also delves into Hamilton’s personal life, including his marriage to Eliza Schuyler, a high-profile affair, and a turbulent friendship-turned-rivalry with Aaron Burr, which culminates in a fatal duel.

Since its Broadway debut in 2015, Hamilton has received widespread acclaim and numerous awards, including 11 Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. Its innovative score and dynamic choreography have made it a cultural phenomenon, inspiring audiences around the world.

Directed by Thomas Kailand choreographed by Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton uses modern music styles to bring new life to historical events, making the story accessible to a broad audience and encouraging conversations about history and identity.

Can't make it to the room where it happens? Fans can also check out a full recording of Hamilton on Disney+. The film was released in 2020 and stars most of the original Broadway cast, including Miranda as the title character.

Whether you are an American history buff or encountering his story for the first time, Hamilton offers a compelling look at American history through a modern lens. Its themes of perseverance, ambition, and the pursuit of ideals continue to resonate, making Hamilton an impactful theatrical experience that invites reflection on the nation’s past and present. You won't want to say 'no' to this...


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Vacation HAMILTON Style! Visit The Historic Sites of 'All Places Hamilton'
by Michael Dale - July 6, 2016


The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society offers a free online guide to Hamilton-related landmarks.

Breaking: New Leads Set for HAMILTON on Broadway
by Robert Diamond - July 6, 2016


This just in -- Two-time Tony Award nominee Brandon Victor Dixon will begin performances mid-August (date TBA) as Aaron Burr in HAMILTON on Broadway, it has been announced by producer Jeffrey Seller. Also joining the Broadway cast on July 11 are Lexi Lawson in the role of Eliza Hamilton, and Michael Luwoye, who performs as alternate to Javier Muñoz in the title role. Starting July 11, Mr. Muñoz will formally take over the role of Hamilton, a part he has played as Lin-Manuel Miranda's alternate since the musical debuted Off-Broadway last year.

Top 10! Celebrate Lin-Manuel Miranda's Final Night in HAMILTON With Our Favorite Videos
by Nora Dominick - July 9, 2016


On July 9th, a chapter in Broadway musical history will come to a close when Lin-Manuel Miranda plays his final performance as leading man Alexander Hamilton in HAMILTON. To celebrate Lin-Manuel Miranda's final days in Hamilton, BroadwayWorld has rounded up ten of our favorite Lin-Manuel Miranda Hamilton moments. Check them out below!

TWITTER WATCH: Presidential Hopeful Hillary Clinton and Husband Bill Clinton Take In Another Performance of HAMILTON
by Michael Dale - July 5, 2016


The former, and perhaps future, first couple visit the Broadway smash just hours after Hillary Clinton's Saturday morning meeting with the FBI.

HAMILTON's Leslie Odom, Jr. Says He'd Return To Aaron Burr 'Anywhere In The World At Anytime'
by Michael Dale - June 30, 2016


Though he's leaving the show to embark on his jazz career, the Tony-winner says he'll be back.

AUDIO: Debating NY Politician Attributes HAMILTON Quote To Alexander Hamilton
by Michael Dale - June 29, 2016


A candidate for a New York congressional seat passionately quotes a Lin-Manuel Miranda lyric as though the words were Alexander Hamilton's.

Fraunces Tavern Museum Presents Talk On 'Alexander Hamilton: Spymaster'
by Michael Dale - June 29, 2016


Author Michael Newton tells of Hamilton's intricate spy network feeding information to patriots and misinformation to the enemy.

STAGE TUBE: Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog Serenades Lin-Manuel Miranda at #Ham4Ham!
by Nicole Rosky - June 29, 2016


It was another exciting Wednesday today at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. At this afternoon's #Ham4Ham, Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog stopped by to give Lin-Manuel Miranda a piece of his mind. Check out the hilarious appearance below!

VIDEO: Irish Dancer Takes Her Shot with HAMILTON-Themed Tap Routine
by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2016


Irish tap dancer Hannah Redlich decided to 'Take A Shot' at Broadway's hottest musical, posting a video to YouTube of her choreographed dance to HAMILTON's high-energy number 'Guns and Ships.'

HAMILTON's Christopher Jackson Set for Patriotic Performance on PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2016


Christopher Jackson, who stars as George Washington in the Broadway smash hit musicalHAMILTON, winner of 11 Tony Awards, is set to perform at PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH.

HAMILTON Is Officially Preserved On Film with Original Cast
by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2016


Filming of the Tony winning musical took place during last night's performance at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

VIDEO: HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda: Last Season's Broadway Diversity 'A Fluke'
by Michael Dale - June 28, 2016


HAMILTON's author/star offers frank talk about what created Broadway's most diverse season and what is needed to make diversity grow.

Rockefeller Foundation Funding Expansion of HAMILTON's #EduHam Program
by Michael Dale - June 28, 2016


An additional $6 million grant will allow 100,000 students to see HAMILTON on tour and participate in special educational programs.

VIDEO: Jonathan Groff Reveals He'll Return as King George for Tonight's HAMILTON Performance
by Caryn Robbins - June 28, 2016


On this morning's TODAY, Tony-nominated actor Jonathan Groff (HAMILTON) spoke to Kathie Lee and Hoda about the highly anticipated film version of HBO's LOOKING.

HAMILTON's Jon Rua to Play Final Performance Tomorrow
by Caryn Robbins - June 28, 2016


Jon Rua has announced that he will play his final performance in Broadway's HAMILTON on Wednesday, June 29th.

HAMILTON'S Leslie Odom, Jr. to Perform with Philly POPS on July 4
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016


?On Independence Day Weekend, the Philly POPS will perform its annual free July 3 concert on Independence Mall, at the City of Philadelphia's July 4 Celebration of Freedom ceremony and parade on Independence Mall, and as part of the city's July 4 concert and fireworks show on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

VIDEO: Latest HAMILTON Parody Honors OKLAHOMA!'s 'Ali Hakim, Peddler Man'
by Michael Dale - June 27, 2016


HAMILTON's opening number is used to tell of Rodgers and Hammerstein's fictional immigrant who did his best to get the job done.

Hamilton FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does Hamilton on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Price: $10.00
Where: On the official app for HAMILTON, now available for all iOS and Android devices in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
When: The lottery will open at 10:00 AM every Friday and will close for entry at 12:00 PM the next Thursday prior to the following week’s performances. Winner and non-winner notifications will be sent between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM every Thursday for the upcoming week’s performances via email and mobile push notification. Once notified, winners will have two hours to claim and pay for their ticket(s).
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions: Lottery tickets may be picked up at will call beginning two hours prior to the performance with a valid photo ID. Lottery tickets void if resold.

How long has Hamilton been running on Broadway?
Hamilton opened at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Aug 06, 2015 and has now been running for 8 years.

Hamilton History

Other Productions of Hamilton

2015   Off-Broadway World Premiere Production
Off-Broadway
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2016   US Tour Chicago, Los Angeles, National Tour Production
US Tour
2017   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour
2018   US Tour Second National Tour
US Tour
2019   Puerto Rican Premiere
2019   US Tour Third National Tour
US Tour
2021   US Tour Los Angeles Engagement
US Tour
2021   West End West End Production
West End

Hamilton Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Hamilton
2017 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Hamilton
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Book of a Musical Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Choreography Andy Blankenbuehler
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Paul Tazewell
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Musical Thomas Kail
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Musical Hamilton
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations Alex Lacamoire
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Score Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Nevin Steinberg
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Daveed Diggs
2016 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Hamilton
2016 The Pulitzer Prize The Pulitzer Prize for Drama Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 Tony Awards Best Choreography Andy Blankenbuehler
2016 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Paul Tazewell
2016 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Thomas Kail
2016 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howell Binkley
2016 Tony Awards Best Musical Hamilton
2016 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Alex Lacamoire
2016 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Daveed Diggs
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Christopher Jackson
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Jonathan Groff
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Leslie Odom, Jr.
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Lin-Manuel Miranda
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Renee Elise Goldsberry
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Phillipa Soo
2016 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical David Korins
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Off-Broadway Musical Hamilton
2015 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical 0
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Hamilton
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Andy Blankenbuehler
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score Hamilton
2015 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Daveed Diggs

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