Hamilton
This is one time where all the hype and hoopla is not only justified, but doesn't come close to suggesting the grandeur of the work on stage. A Triumph.
The Chicago Sun-Times
Why see Hamilton?
CHICAGO'S OWN BROADWAY SENSATION!
Lin-Manuel Miranda's Pulitzer Prize-winner returns to Chicago! Experience the energy of Hamilton all over again. It's a rollicking historical epic, equal parts Sondheim and Notorious B.I.G. Written by Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton is a vital piece of American culture, tearing up the musical theatre rulebook with a cast of ethnically diverse actors in the roles of the Founding Fathers. The story centers on Alexander Hamilton, one of our most important (and colorful) characters, who rose from his humble orphaned beginnings to play a major role in making America the country it is today.
Hamilton made its New York debut Off-Broadway at the Public Theater in 2015, where it was met with universal acclaim and was extended three times due to public demand. It lost none of its potency in the subsequent Broadway transfer, with Ben Brantley of the New York Times writing it was "changing the language of musicals". In 2016, It was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and scooped 11 Tony Awards. In 2018, it swept up the Olivier Awards bagging seven of their recording breaking 11 nominations!
WHAT IS HAMILTON ABOUT?
One of the Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton's story is an extraordinary one. Born out of wedlock in the West Indies, and orphaned by the time he was 11, he arrived in New Jersey in 1772 to begin his grammar school education. From there he played a major role in the American revolutionary war, rising through the ranks to become an aide to George Washington. But that was only the beginning of the great man's story, with the proceeding chapters in his life taking in everything from sex scandals, fatal duels and the creation of the American Constitution.
DID YOU KNOW?
Hamilton didn't just conquer the stage, it took over the airwaves too! Its Grammy nominated Cast Recording was the highest charting album of its kind since 1963!
Key Information
Audience
Recommended for ages 12+
Run Time
Two hours and 30 minutes, including intermission
Dates
Finished Jan 28
Cast
Creative
Book, Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Inspired by the book 'Alexander Hamilton' by Ron Chernow
Directed by Thomas Kail
Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler
Scenic Design by David Korins
Sound Design by Nevin Steinberg
Costume Design by Paul Tazewell
Lighting Design by Howell Binkley
Awards
Olivier Awards 2018 - Wins
Best Actor in Supporting Role - Michael Jibson Outstanding Achievement in Music
Award for Best Lighting Design - Howell Binkley
Best Sound Design - Nevin Steinberg
Best New Musical - Hamilton
Best Actor in a Musical - Giles Terera
Best Theatre Choreographer - Andy Blanken Buehler
Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Recipient of the prestigious 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
2016 Tony Award Wins
Best Musical
Best Book of A Musical - Lin Manuel Miranda
Best Original Score - Lin Manuel Miranda
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical - Leslie Odom Jr.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Daveed Diggs
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical - Renee Elise Goldsberry
Best Costume Design of a Musical - Paul Tazewellbest
Best Lighting Design of a Musical - Howell Binkley
Best Direction of a Musical - Thomas Kail
Best Choreography - Andy Blackenbuehler
Best Orchestrations - Alex Lacamoire
2016 Tony Award Nominations
Best Musical
Best Book of A Musical - Lin Manuel Miranda
Best Original Score - Lin Manuel Miranda
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical - Lin Manuel Miranda
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical - Leslie Odom Jr.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical - Phillipa Soo
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Jonathan Groff
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Christopher Jackson
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Daveed Diggs
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical - Renee Elise Goldsberry
Best Scenic Design of a Musical - David Korins
Best Costume Design of a Musical - Paul Tazewellbest
Best Lighting Design of a Musical - Howell Binkley
Best Direction of a Musical - Thomas Kail
Best Choreography - Andy Blackenbuehler
Best Orchestrations - Alex Lacamoire
DRAMA DESK AWARDS
Outstanding Musical
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical - Renee Elise Goldsberry
Outstanding Director of a Musical - Thomas Kail
Outstanding Music - Lin-Manuel Miranda
Outstanding Lyrics - Lin-Manuel Miranda
Outstanding Book of a Musical - Lin-Manuel Miranda
Reviews
Our review
Brilliant, unforgettable, game-changing
My turn to experience this theatrical tour de force came a few weeks into the Chicago run... But how does one even start to review a musical so iconic it's already spawned its very own Off-Broadway satire show.
Wendy Fynn
Customer reviews
16 reviews, average rating: (3.4 Stars)
Elizabeth
Amazing!!
Amazing musical about an amazing man
who doesn't get the credit he deserves!! This
is a musical I could go see again and again! ... Read more
Irene
Enjoyable in every way!
After hearing SO much about this show I wasn't left disappointed - Hamilton was enjoyable in
every way! The costumes and dancing are great but my favourite bit is def the songs... I got
goosebumps when they played 'Wait For It'! Why travel all the way to Broadway when you can
see it right here with an outstanding cast. Five stars! ... Read more
Rory
A totally different and thoroughly enjoyable show
A totally different and thoroughly enjoyable show that comes very
highly recommended by critics, the number of Tony Awards and
now myself! I got the chance to see this great show the night
after Trump shocked America and won the elections to be the
45th president of the USA.
In case you didn't know it's a hip-hop-r&b-urban take on the story
of one of America's founders Alexander Hamilton (who was
around for the 1st and 2nd presidents of the USA). I found the hip-
hop quite a refreshing change to the usual musicals. The set
design is quite simple (but effective) with very little to no change
throughout the show. I was impressed with clever use of the
turntable stage. Overall the production was, to me, well
rehearsed and sharp. Aaron Burr was particularly brilliant that
evening.
We were spoilt seat wise... being in the front stalls with an
excellent view. I suggest trying to have a pre-show drink in the
amazing Palmer House Hilton lobby - it's only a stones throw
away! ... Read more
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