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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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Like DIFFICULT PEOPLE's Tweet About Lin-Manuel and Get Tickets to HAMILTON?
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016


Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda appears in the second season of Hulu original series DIFFICULT PEOPLE, and the TV series just posted this tempting offer via Twitter...

TV: From Coalhouse to Burr- Brandon Victor Dixon Is Ready for His HAMILTON Debut!
by Nicole Rosky - August 9, 2016


Last night he brought the Ellis Island audience to its feet with his performance as Coalhouse Walker, Jr. in Ragtime, and now he is gearing up for a new role. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, just weeks after finishing his run in SHUFFLE ALONG, two-time Tony Award nominee Brandon Victor Dixon will join the cast of HAMILTON as Aaron Burr later this month. How will his Burr compare to the rest? Watch below as he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge about all things HAMILTON.

VIDEO: HAMILTON's Anthony Ramos Offers A Taste Of His Show at The Triad
by Michael Dale - August 8, 2016


A little acoustic jam with Ramos, Robert Manganaro and Will Wells.

VIDEO: Javier Munoz Talks Importance of HAMILTON: 'It's So Relevant Today'
by Caryn Robbins - August 8, 2016


Javier Muñoz took on one of the biggest roles in Broadway when he stepped into the title role of BROADWAY's HAMILTON. Muñoz, who served as the understudy for Miranda and alternated with him in selected shows, has been with the production since the very beginning.

STAGE TUBE: Hamilkids Sing Schuyler Sisters!
by Ashlee Latimer - August 7, 2016


Look around, look around: There hasn't been a kid craze this big since Elsa whipped off her gloves and decided to you-know-what! This time, however, it isn't Disney that's leading the charge, it's history, and it's not just happening in New York anymore. As part of a week-long celebration (#Hamilweek), youngsters across the country sent in videos of themselves singing 'Schuyler Sisters' from the juggernaut Hamilton, to congratulate the hit musical's team on their one-year anniversary on Broadway. Check out these adorable kids below-you might even see a few Broadway faces-and see if you can help singing along!

STAGE TUBE: Happy First Anniversary HAMILTON Opening Night Flashback with Leslie Odom Jr. & Cast!
by Ashlee Latimer - August 6, 2016


As Hamilton celebrates its first anniversary on Broadway, we look back to opening night with a special video produced by Leslie Odom Jr. that depicts the events of that historical day and evening from the cast's point of view!

VIDEO: Javier Munoz Strikes Sexy HAMILTON Pose on LATE SHOW; Watch Appearance!
by Caryn Robbins - August 5, 2016


Javier Munoz, who took over the lead role full time in the Tony Award winning musical HAMILTON stopped by last night's LATE SHOW to open up about what fuels his drive to play the founding father on Broadway.

Photo Coverage: HAMILTON Cast Celebrates 226th Anniversary of the Coast Guard
by Jennifer Broski - August 5, 2016


Commissioned by Alexander Hamilton in 1790, August 4th  marked the anniversary of the founding of the US Coast Guard.  To commemorate the occasion members of the Broadway musical Hamilton joined Capt. Matthew Meilstrup for a ride-in of the Cutter Eagle up the Hudson River.  

VIDEO: Q&A With HAMILTON's Two New Angelicas, Mandy Gonzalez and Karen Olivo
by Michael Dale - August 4, 2016


Mandy Gonzales will take over for Renee Elise Goldsberry on Broadway while Karen Olivo will play Angelica in Chicago.

STAGE TUBE: SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Will Chase Brings the Bard to #Ham4Ham
by Stage Tube - August 3, 2016


At today's #Ham4Ham lottery show, SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s William Shakespeare (aka Will Chase) gets competitive and urges Lin-Manuel Miranda to 'Take A Break'. Check it out below!

Video Roundup: HAMILTON Gets Three New Stars! Meet Burr, Angelica & Washington!
by Ashley LaChant - August 1, 2016


As HAMILTON continues its journey as a nationwide phenomenon, the Chicago company is growing, and the Broadway cast has welcomed new changes since their 11 Tony award-winning sweep in June. As BroadwayWorld reported earlier, the Chicago production of HAMILTON has found its Aaron Burr in two-time Tony award nominee Joshua Henry, and the Broadway cast will now feature Mandy Gonzalez and Jonathan Kirkland as Angelica Schuyler and George Washington, respectively.

Breaking News: Joshua Henry, Mandy Gonzalez & Jonathan Kirkland Will Join HAMILTON in Chicago and Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - August 1, 2016


Two-time Tony Award nominee JOSHUA HENRY will lead the Chicago company of HAMILTON as Aaron Burr, it has been announced by producer Jeffrey Seller. Henry, who made his Broadway debut in IN THE HEIGHTS, received Tony Award nominations for his roles in VIOLET and THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS and just concluded the Broadway run of SHUFFLE ALONG where he created the role of 'Noble Sissle.'

Renee Elise Goldsberry Approves Of Bust Magazine's Revised HAMILTON Logo Honoring Hillary Clinton
by Michael Dale - July 29, 2016


The women who plays Angelica Schuyler is excited to see women being included in the sequel.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Responds to Hillary Clinton Quoting HAMILTON in DNC Acceptance Speech
by Caryn Robbins - July 29, 2016


Last night in Philadelphia, Hillary Clinton made history as the first female candidate to officially win and accept the nomination for President of the United States at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention.

STAGE TUBE: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Fully Commits to HAMILTON Audition at #Ham4Ham!
by Nicole Rosky - July 27, 2016


What happens when star of stage an screen Jesse Tyler Ferguson takes on Hamilton. Below watch as he fully commits to and 'audition' to be the show's next 'Lafayette/Jefferson'.

Photo Flash: HAMILTON's Renee Elise Goldsberry Speaks at Broadway Artists Alliance
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2016


On July 21st, the students of Broadway Artists Alliance of NYC were tearfully overjoyed by a surprise visit from Hamilton star Renee Elise Goldsberry. Recently winning a Tony Award and Grammy for her role as Angelica Schuyler, Goldsberry spoke about the incredible journey that Hamilton has taken from workshopping a concept, to performing at The Public and moving to the Richard Rodgers Theatre, to earning 16 Tony nominations and winning a Pulitzer Prize. Goldsberry captivated the students of Broadway Artists Alliance during a lively Q&A where she offered generous advice. Scroll down for photos from her appearance!

HAMILTON's Daveed Diggs to Join the BLACK-ISH Family for Season 3
by TV News Desk - July 20, 2016


HAMILTON's Daveed Diggs, who just left the Broadway blockbuster last week, has added yet another project to his jam-packed film and TV schedule.

STAGE TUBE: Chicago's HAMILTON Miguel Cervantes Introduces 'Hamilvantes' at #Ham4Ham
by Stage Tube - July 20, 2016


At today's #Ham4Ham, Rory O'Malley introduced the Chicago production of Hamilton's leading man, Miguel Cevantes, aka #Hamilvantes! In preparation for his Chicago debut as Alexander Hamilton, Cervantes will play the role on Broadway on July 25.

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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