Synopsis
Hamilton is a musical that tells the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton through a bold mix of hip-hop, R&B, and traditional show tunes. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, it traces Hamilton’s rise from an impoverished immigrant in the Caribbean to George Washington’s trusted aide, influential statesman, and architect of the nation’s financial system. The show explores themes of ambition, legacy, and the cost of greatness, presenting history through a modern lens with a diverse cast and contemporary rhythms.
Reviews (Off-Broadway)
“Hamilton is neither a challenge nor a chore. It’s just great.”
Vulture
“This exuberant and original new musical mashes up genres from rap to operetta, creating a flawed but glorious portrait of the face on the $10 bill.”
The Guardian
“Hamilton is not just a show, it is an experience… This is not a show that you sit and watch. It is a show that takes you by the hand and pulls you into its embrace.”
New York Theatre Guide
“There’s rarely been a history lesson as entertaining as Lin-Manuel Miranda’s new hip hop-infused musical about Alexander Hamilton, or, as the opening number puts it, “The ten-dollar founding father without a father.””
The Hollywood Reporter