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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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Kyle Scatliffe Joins Broadway Cast of HAMILTON Through Sept. 26
by Julie Musbach - September 3, 2019


BroadwayWorld has just confirmed that Kyle Scatliffe will join the Broadway cast of Hamilton tonight, September 3rd through September 26th. He stars as Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson, roles he previously played on tour.

VIDEO: Nick Silverio Choreographs Dance to HAMILTON's 'First Burn'
by Linnae Medeiros - August 29, 2019


History is happening because choreographer Nick Silverio has put together a dance piece based around 'First Burn,' one of the Hamildrops from the worldwide hit musical Hamilton. He says he put together the dance to celebrate 'the women who get angry and stay angry, who stand up for themselves and for others, and who work tirelessly to improve and inspire the world.' Check out the full video!

VIDEO: HAMILTON Celebrates National Sisters Day With the Schuyler Sisters
by Stephi Wild - August 4, 2019


It's National Sisters Day and Hamilton is celebrating by tributing Broadway's favorite sisters, the Schuyler Sisters! Dance along with Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy!

Where is the HAMILTON Original Cast Now?
by Linnae Medeiros - August 6, 2019


It's officially been four years since audiences first entered the room where it happens with the opening night of Hamilton at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre! In honor of the occasion, we're taking a look at the original cast of young, scrappy, and hungry cast members that brought the show to Broadway. Check out what Lin-Manuel Miranda, Leslie Odom Jr., Phillipa Soo, and more have been up to in their nonstop careers with our guide!

VIDEO: Stephen Curry and Family Belt Out HAMILTON Tunes
by Julie Musbach - July 19, 2019


Golden State Warriors champ Steph Curry has shared an inside peek at his family life in a new video that is sure to catch the eye of sports and Broadway fans alike (a rare comment). Check out the video of him singing along to Hamilton alongside his two daughters Riley and Ryan!

Meet the Current Cast of HAMILTON on Broadway!
by Paul Smith - July 20, 2019


Hamilton is ready to blow us all away as they enter their fourth year of their monumental Broadway run! Take a look at the current cast that is burning up the Richard Rodgers stage.

Nicholas Christopher Will Return to HAMILTON as George Washington
by Nicole Rosky - June 18, 2019


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Hamilton veteran Nicholas Christopher will return to the show beginning tonight, June 18. He replaces Carvens Lissaint as 'George Washington.' 

VIDEO: HAMILTON 'Broadway Brews Project' Episodes Now Streaming on The STAGE Network
by Stephi Wild - June 14, 2019


Celebrating a three year 'run' at the Richard Rogers, and now sold at Madison Square Garden, Citifield and more, new episodes of The Broadway Brews Project's first craft beer collaboration, Rise Up Rye, with the original cast of the smash Broadway musical 'Hamilton' and Gun Hill Brewing Company is now streaming on the STAGE Network.

Photo Coverage: Inside the Final #eduHAM Q&A of the Season
by Walter McBride - June 12, 2019


#EduHam is a series of HAMILTON Wednesday matinees made available to New York City schools with a high concentration of students from low-income families for the ticket price of only $10. This educational partnership, made possible through a $1.46 million grant by The Rockefeller Foundation, is not only providing 20,000 NYC public school students with the opportunity to see HAMILTON on Broadway, but provides educational material by Gilder Lehrman to incorporate material from the musical into the American History curriculum.

VIDEO: HAMILTON Takes on BEETLEJUICE in New Mashup
by Stephi Wild - June 8, 2019


In celebration of this weekend's Tony Awards, the Broadway cast of Hamilton is mashing up Hamilton hits with songs from this year's Best Musical nominees!

VIDEO: HAMILTON Puts A New Spin On AIN'T TOO PROUD
by A.A. Cristi - June 7, 2019


In celebration of this weekend's Tony Awards, the Broadway cast of Hamilton is mashing up Hamilton hits with songs from this year's Best Musical nominees!

VIDEO: HAMILTON Pays Tribute To THE PROM With New Mashup
by A.A. Cristi - June 5, 2019


Mandy Gonzalez and Jennie Harney-Fleming put a Hamiltonian spin on 'You Happened' from The Prom!

VIDEO: HAMILTON Meets HADESTOWN In A Tony Tribute Mashup!
by A.A. Cristi - June 4, 2019


In celebration of this weekend's Tony Awards, the Broadway cast of Hamilton will be mashing up Hamilton hits with songs from this year's Best Musical nominees!

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Gives VIP Tour of HAMILTON: THE EXHIBITION on ELLEN
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 4, 2019


On today's episode of The Ellen Show, Ellen sent her resident kid presidential expert Macey Hensley to Chicago to see the new Hamilton: The Exhibition, and she had a very special guide as 'Hamilton' creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda gave her a VIP tour.

HAMILTON Releases New Block of Tickets Through June 7, 2020
by Stephi Wild - June 3, 2019


A new block of tickets for the Broadway production of Hamilton will be made available on Tuesday June 11 at 10:00 AM ET exclusively through Ticketmaster Verified Fan. Verified Fan is an innovative new technology from Ticketmaster that combats bots and scalpers, helping shows like HAMILTON level the playing field so fans get better access to real tickets.

Photo Coverage: Inside the eduHAM Q&A
by Walter McBride - May 27, 2019


HAMILTON To Premiere In Sydney In 2021
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2019


HAMILTON will make its Australian premiere at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in a new production beginning March 2021. Producers Jeffrey Seller and Michael Cassel together with creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, joined NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian in announcing the much-anticipated production today.

HAMILTON Announces Chicago Closing Date
by Alan Henry - May 16, 2019


The musical HAMILTON will conclude its more than three (3) year run in Chicago at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) on January 5, 2020, it has been announced by producer Jeffrey Seller. Chicago was the first city outside New York where HAMILTON opened; the production began performances on September 27, 2016 at what was then The PrivateBank Theatre.

Video: HAMILTON Exhibition Designer David Korins Shares A Peek At The Creation of the St. Croix Gallery
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2019


Tony-nominated HAMILTON set and exhibition designer David Korins has shared a peek into the process of taking his designs for Hamilton: The Exhibition from page to stage. See an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the St. Croix gallery below!

Video: 8 Year-Old HAMILTON Fan Gets A Shout Out From Lin-Manuel Miranda
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2019


An eight-year old Hamilton superfan from Maryland had a dream come true this week when she got a social media shout out from none other than the show's creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda. 

VIDEO: Get A Peek Inside Opening Day of HAMILTON: THE EXHIBITION
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2019


This week, Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and exhibition designer David Korins, officially snipped the ribbon and welcomed the first guests ever to Hamilton: The Exhibition. Get a peek inside opening day below!

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Takes TODAY on Special Tour of 'Hamilton: The Exhibition'
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2019


On this morning's episode of TODAY, 'Hamilton' creator Lin-Manuel Miranda takes Al Roker on a special tour of 'Hamilton: The Exhibition,' a must-see attraction in Chicago for fans of the Broadway sensation.

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
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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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