Hamilton.
Have you heard of him?
Given the success of the musical over the last few years, I would be shocked if you hadn't.
If you know me at all, you know that I am a BIG FAN of musicals, and of the theatre in general. I have seen a lot of musicals, and it used to be difficult to choose my favorite.
Not anymore.
HAMILTON is the best show that I have ever seen. So much so that I have seen it seven times onstage in Denver, and countless more times on Disney+. I know every word to every song, and it takes every ounce of willpower not to bust out singing with the cast at The Buell Theatre.
Every. Ounce.
My daughter has fallen in love with HAMILTON as much as I have. We belt out the HAMILTON soundtrack together in the car, we have HAMILTON shirts (and masks!), and we have researched Hamilton's life. We have even visited his house and the building where he worked in Philadelphia. You could probably say that we are obsessed (in the best way possible).
Our dream of seeing HAMILTON up close came true the other day when we saw the touring show at The Buell Theatre, I have never not been impressed by any HAMILTON cast, but this cast was just... WOW. If you are a fan, or want to be, and you don't have tickets yet, go get them immediately. Like, right now.
HAMILTON plays at The Buell Theatre through November 24, 2024.
Haven't seen HAMILTON? Here are my tips for your best viewing experience.
🌟 The show is about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Definitely hit the bathroom before you sit down.
🌟 Listen to the soundtrack a couple of times before you watch the show. It helps to understand the lyrics a little better, as the show itself moves pretty fast.
🌟 Do a little research on Alexander Hamilton before you watch, especially if you have kids watching with you. It helps to know the general plot of the storyline. Watch this Brain Pop video, or check out some graphic novels at your local library.
🌟 Enter the #HAM4HAM Lottery on the Hamilton app for your chance to win the opportunity to buy $10 tickets!
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
"HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards®, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors."
For information on HAMILTON, visit HamiltonMusical.com. Follow HAMILTON on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
