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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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VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Dad Luis on Latino Heritage & HAMILTON Inspiration
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2016


As part of NBC News' 'One Heritage, Two Generations' series, Tony winning playwright, composer and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda and his father, Luis, spoke about Alexander Hamilton and the inspiration behind the hit Broadway musical HAMILTON.

Bots, Beware! House Passes Bill to Combat Hiked Ticket Prices to HAMILTON and More
by Jessica Khan - September 14, 2016


Ticket bots, beware!

HAMILTON's Thomas Kail and Jeffrey Seller Set for Panel at EXPO CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2016


EXPO CHICAGO, The International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art, and Project& present "An Open Conversation: Social Aesthetics Broadway, Culture and Social Impact" with creative team members of the Broadway musical Hamilton.

Win Tickets to HAMILTON, Signed Memorabilia with National Archives Foundation Giveaway
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2016


With just under two weeks before it honors the creators of Broadway's 'Hamilton,' the National Archives Foundation today announced a contest to give away two tickets to see the award-winning musical 'Hamilton' live on Broadway.

First Look - HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda & Miguel Cervantes Grace Cover of Chicago Magazine
by Caryn Robbins - September 13, 2016


HAMILTON creator and Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda and Miguel Cervantes, who will take on the role of Alexander Hamilton in Chicago beginning Sept. 27, grace the cover of the October Issue of Chicago Magazine.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Renee Elise Goldsberry Welcome Mandy Gonzalez Back to the Richard Rodgers Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - September 6, 2016


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Mandy Gonzalez, who created the role of 'Nina Rosario' in the Tony Award-winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS and can currently be seen in the hit TV shows 'Madam Secretary' and 'Quantico,' returns to Broadway on today, September 6 as the brilliant and beautiful Angelica Schuyler in the 11-time Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton. Below, watch as Gonzalez is welcomed back to her In the Heights home by Renee Elise Goldsberry!

STAGE TUBE: Joshua Henry Showcases Guitar Talents with Acoustic Cover of 'Schuyler Sisters'
by Ashlee Latimer - September 4, 2016


Fans may not be able to see the epic Ham4HamShow outside the Richard Rodgers anymore, but Joshua Henry, who plays Burr in the upcoming Chicago production of Hamilton, is keeping them musically entertained in the meantime. Henry's taken to posting videos of himself and other cast members covering songs from the beloved show. His latest take is an acoustic cover of Schuyler Sisters, and you can check out the video below!

Video Roundup: Au Revoir to HAMILTON's Renee Elise Goldsberry!
by BWW News Desk - September 3, 2016


It's another sad day at Hamilton, as tonight the cast will wish au revoir to Tony winner Renee Elise Goldsberry, who will play her final performance as Angelica Schuyler. In honor of her last performance, we've collected some of our favorite moments of the star in action below!

Dates Announced for HAMILTON National Tour's First Stop in San Francisco
by Nicole Rosky - September 1, 2016


A national tour of the Broadway musical HAMILTON will open in spring 2017 in San Francisco and continue to Los Angeles, it was announced today by producer Jeffrey Seller.

The Beast is Back- Get to Know New HAMILTON Star, Mandy Gonzalez!
by Nicole Rosky - September 4, 2016


For those who have yet to experience the greatness of the Beast (as her fans affectionately call her), we've collected some of her most powerful performances below!

Photo Flash: Renee Elise Goldsberry Sends Off #Ham4Ham with Cut Song From HAMILTON
by Maeve Riley - August 31, 2016


Check out some new stills from today's final installment of #Ham4Ham starring Hamilton Tony Award-winner, Renee Elise Goldsbarry.

STAGE TUBE: Renee Elise Goldsberry Sings Cut Song 'Congratulations' for Final #Ham4Ham
by Stage Tube - August 31, 2016


As announced yesterday, the ever-popular live #Ham4Ham shows for the Tony Award winning musical Hamilton will end following today's show. For the final #Ham4Ham show, Renee Elise Goldsberry performed a cut song titled 'Congratulations' at the request of Lin-Manuel, who is currently in Austria. Alex Lacamoire led the band and Rory O'Malley sang the role of Alexander Hamilton. Check it out below!

STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Javier Munoz Speaks for NYU's 2016 Presidential Welcome
by Stage Tube - August 30, 2016


HAMILTON star Javier Muñoz recently spoke at Madison Square Garden for NYU's 2016 Presidential Welcome. Fun fact: Muñoz was signed by an agent before his high school graduation, leading him to enroll in NYU's Tisch School for the Arts. Watch his inspiring speech below!

They Blew Us All Away- Celebrating the Best of #Ham4Ham!
by Nicole Rosky - August 31, 2016


On this sad day, we say goodbye to #Ham4Ham with a collection of our ten favorite editions. Find out if your favorite made the list below!

Lin-Manuel Miranda Chats HAMILTON & Modern Politics Before Musical Lands in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016


In an interview ahead of HAMILTON's Chicago debut on September 27, its creator Lin-Manuel Miranda spoke with Time Out Chicago about how in this high-stakes election season, the show's 200-year-old themes about the birth of a nation feel improbably resonant. Scroll down for some highlights from the interview!

VIDEO: Christopher Jackson On HAMILTON's Appeal To Both The Right and Left
by Michael Dale - August 30, 2016


President Barack Obama once quipped that HAMILTON is the only thing he and Dick Cheney can agree on.

One Last Time! Live #Ham4Ham Shows to End; Online Lottery Continues
by Caryn Robbins - August 30, 2016


It was announced today that the ever-popular live #Ham4Ham shows for the Tony Award winning musical HAMILTON will end following tomorrow's show.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Set for A Conversation With Chris Jones Ahead of HAMILTON'S Chicago Opening
by Nora Dominick - August 29, 2016


In advance of HAMILTON opening in Chicago, Miranda will appear with Chicago Tribune Theater Critic Chris Jones on Friday, September 23 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago to discuss his life, inspiration, and past creative works including IN THE HEIGHTS and HAMILTON.

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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