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The Marquis Theatre is a Broadway theatre located at 1535 Broadway in the heart of New York. With an impressive seating capacity of 1615, it is one of the largest Broadway theatres in terms of seating. Famous for its impressive architectural design and modern interior, the Marquis offers three levels of seating, ensuring a perfect view of the stage from any spot. Since its opening in 1986, the theatre has been host to a multitude of Broadway hits and musical productions including *Evita*, *Annie Get Your Gun*, and *Follies*. The stage has seen numerous performances from award-winning actors and actresses, making it a significant cultural landmark in New York City.

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**Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater** is an enchanting, free public event held annually during the summer at the heart of New York City in Central Park. This cherished tradition brings to life the works of William Shakespeare and other celebrated playwrights through riveting performances under the open sky. Since its inception in 1962 by Public Theater founder Joseph Papp, it has showcased over 150 productions, captivating millions of spectators. It's more than a theater venue, it's a cultural institution nestled against breathtaking views of Belvedere Castle; it can accommodate 1800 people, furnishing these performances in a uniquely grand yet intimate setting. 

**Getting to Delacorte Theater:** Located at 81 Central Park West, it is easily accessible via various modes. By subway, take the B or C Train to 81st Street and Central Park West, or the 6 Train to 77th Street and Lexington, and a pleasant walk through the park. If driving, parking options include the GGMC Parking at 5 West 65th Street, or the iPark at 6 West 65th. A short stroll will lead you to the theater. We encourage attendees to arrive early for good seats and enjoy the mesmerizing ambiance of sunset and the onset of dusk, setting a perfect backdrop for the evening's performance.

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I saw *Hamilton* Wednesday last at the Richard Rogers Theatre. Last night I went to bed with *Hamilton*. I had Lin-Manuel Miranda's script all to myself and devoured it. There is so much information, not to mention plain old smarts, that is packed into this show that reading the text is an exercise in pure pleasure. And once again I came away with the same conclusion. This is a story ABOUT Alexander Hamilton while at the same time it is the story OF Aaron Burr.

Burr (Leslie Odom, Jr.) welcomes us to the evening almost purring:

How does a b*st*rd, orphan, son of a wh*re And a Scotsman dropped in the middle of a forgotten spot In the Caribbean, by Providence impoverished, to squalor Grow up to be a hero and a scholar?

Who did this immigrant Hamilton (Lin-Manuel Miranda) think he was? Burr was the son of money. Hamilton was the son of chance and fortune. Burr was willing to wait for his just rewards; Hamilton preferred the direct route.

... I'm just like my country I'm young, scrappy and hungry And I'm not throwing away my shot

Hamilton arrives from Nevis in the Bahamas just as the country is splintering into a new incarnation. He lands in New York, the center of everything, and works his way up the revolutionary ladder. He sits at the right hand of God in the person of George Washington (Christopher Jackson) and pines for a command that is denied him until there is no other option.

Hamilton did not live in a vacuum, however. Events and people were moving around him like a hurricane. The women in his life were a match in every way to the men. "The Schuyler Sisters," Angelica (Renée Elise Goldsberry), Eliza (Phillipa Soo), and Peggy (Alysha Deslorieux on the night I was there), are the center of New York's solar system. While Washington in planning battle, there is a social life to be created. Angelica is looking for a mind at work, and when both she and her sister, Eliza, are smitten by Hamilton, she steps aside in a scene that is tragic and gallant.

As each element is added to the story, the tapestry becomes richer and more dense. Family brings new responsibility but does not alter Hamilton's trajectory. As the new country is formed, he stays in the inner circle, annoying Thomas Jefferson (Daveed Diggs) who was in France for most of the war, and drives Burr just a little mad. Burr's thirst for the power that Hamilton has is palpable, and as his frustration explodes in the second act with "The Room Where It Happens," the experience is visceral for us all and becomes a showstopper.

Over and over again we see the tragedy that is coming. The rules of dueling are spelled out more than one time. The future is seen as a place where these folks may not walk but in which they will be remembered. The tension and terror of the time fill the theatre. This is balanced by Miranda's eye for the absurd, the ridiculous and the insidious which evoke belly laughs, winces and mental high-fives. He gives a generous nod to King George (Jonathan Groff, who is the only white person playing a main character) who smiles and winks through three pop numbers that remind us in the nicest possible way that the little people are just that:

Cus when push comes to shove I will kill your friends and family to remind you of my love

Hamilton was smart and driven - and he was a writer. It was his pen that got him out of his home, and it would be his pen that brought him to the side of Washington. Today he would have been tweeting (as is Miranda) several times a day. If the telegraph had been around he would have been tapping until the machine melted in his hands. But these were the days of longhand, quills, ink, and parchment. And delivery was by foot or, if you were lucky, horseback. Still, what Hamilton managed to crank out was not only impressive, it was world-altering. His accomplishments are listed like it was an awards banquet. He crafted a financial system. Created the national debt to save the country. Wrote *The Federalist Papers*. He wrote as if he were running out of time. And he was.

The last moments of Hamilton's life are perhaps the most delicately crafted. "I imagine death so much it seems like a memory," Hamilton sings as the bullet travels through time and relationships to reach him. And when it does, we hear the lament of Aaron Burr, still at the center of the tale, who didn't realize the world was wide enough for them both, and the chorus that delivers us back into our seats singing and asking us, "Who lives? Who dies? Who tells your story?"

Hamilton is a magnificent tapestry where all the elements of theatre are called upon to be their very best. The choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler is nothing short of mesmerizing. His work makes the entire piece pulse. Alex Lacamoire's musical direction and orchestration lifts us into the stratosphere. The scenic design by David Korins, costumes by Paul Tazewell, and lights by Howard Binkley are seamlessly integrated and a visual feast. Finally, Thomas Kail's direction is impeccable. Under his guidance this show has been pieced together into a living, breathing entity. *Hamilton* is not just a show, it is an experience - which is always the goal of art. 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.

The end result is something much more than the story of one man. It is the story of how we each create our destiny and our mark on the world. You leave the theater thinking about what you would like to do that you have not done. You leave the theatre filled with possibility.

(Photo by Joan Marcus)&nbsp;<hr />"'Hamilton' makes us feel the unstoppable, urgent rhythm of a nation being born." Ben Brantley for New York Times"With 'Hamilton,' Broadway is officially the coolest place on the planet. And the smartest. And most exhilarating." Joe Dziemianowicz for New York Daily News"Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'In the Heights' may have been a hit — but his 'Hamilton' is a phenomenon." Elisabeth Vincentelli for New York Post"The greatest American musical in decades." David Cote for Time Out New York"It was phenomenal off-Broadway. It's even better now. 'Hamilton' is that rare musical that fires on all cylinders, even ones we never knew existed." Roma Torre for NY1"This is a musical often stunning in its audaciousness." Mark Kennedy for Associated Press"This enormously ambitious and entertaining musical history lesson is even more impressive on a second viewing." Frank Scheck for The Hollywood Reporter"This innovative show is shaping up to be just as much of a phenomenon uptown, playing in a Broadway house with four times the seating capacity, and to a more traditional but no less enthusiastic audience. That universal appeal to crossover audiences is one unmistakable sign of a groundbreaking show." Marilyn Stasio for VarietyExternal links to full reviews from popular press...<a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/07/theater/review-hamilton-young-rebels-changing-history-and-theater.html?_r=0" target="Top">New York Times</a> - <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/theater-arts/hamilton-musical-mint-condition-broadway-article-1.2316761" target="Top">New York Daily News</a> - <a href="http://nypost.com/2015/08/06/hamilton-isnt-quite-revolutionary/" target="Top">New York Post</a> - <a href="http://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/hamilton-1" target="Top">Time Out</a> - <a href="http://www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/lifestyles/2015/08/6/ny1-theater-review---hamilton-.html" target="Top">NY1</a> - <a href="http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/lin-manuel-mirandas-hamilton-theater-813145" target="Top">Hollywood Reporter</a> - <a href="http://variety.com/2015/legit/reviews/hamilton-review-broadway-1201557679/" target="Top">Variety</a>

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The Richard Rodgers Theatre, named after one of the most influential composers in American history, is a Broadway theatre located in New York City. It was originally opened in 1925 as 'Chanin's 46th Street Theatre' and was later renamed in honor of prolific composer Richard Rodgers in 1990. At over 14,000 square feet, it is the highest grossing venue on Broadway, with a seating capacity for an audience of over 1,300 people. Offering a variety of shows, it is best known for the ongoing run of the critically acclaimed musical, 'Hamilton'. Not only does this theatre provide top-notch entertainment, but it also offers an array of amenities for its guests, including wheelchair accessible seating, assistive listening devices, and more. 

*How to get there*: The Richard Rodgers Theatre is conveniently located at 226 W 46th Street, near Times Square. Access to the theatre is easy and convenient with several modes of public transportation available. The nearest subway stations are 49th Street (N, R, and W lines) and 42nd Street - Times Square (A, C, E, N, R, W, 1, 2, 3, 7, and S lines). Alternatively, visitors can take a bus to West 46th Street and 8th Avenue, which is just a short walk to the theatre.

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New World Stages is a renowned theatre venue located in the bustling heart of New York City. This five-theatre complex is designed to accommodate a wide variety of performances, from avant-garde productions to blockbuster musicals. Each theatre in the complex is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and an intimate, comfortable seating layout, providing theatre patrons with a unique and immersive experience. The interior design of New World Stages presents a fusion of art and architecture, featuring a lobby filled with rising and falling stage curtains and top-notch facilities. This versatile and contemporary theatre venue has played host to numerous award-winning productions since its inception. The bars and restrooms at the venue have been designed keeping in mind the comfort and convenience of all visitors. There is also a gallery space which showcases art from emerging artists around the world. **Getting to New World Stages**: The venue is conveniently situated at 340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues. The venue is easily accessible via subway; the C & E trains stop at 50th street, a mere one-block's walk from the theatre. Additionally, several parking garages offer discounted rates to theatre-goers.

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The Hayes Theater, established in 1912 and located in the heart of New York City, is a notable venue for Broadway productions. Known formerly as the Little Theatre, the Helen Hayes Theatre was renamed in 1983 in honor of the acclaimed actress. Since its renovation in 2017, the Hayes has become one of the most technologically advanced, intimate Broadway houses. Its seating capacity of 597 hasn't affected the quality and charm of performances held there. Known for presenting some of the most innovative works of contemporary playwrights, it continues to attract theatre buffs from around the world. 

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What would happen after *Romeo & Juliet* if Juliet didn't die? That's the question this pop-fueled musical, from songwriting icon Max Martin and a writer on *Schitt’s Creek*, asks. Jam out to tunes made famous by Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, Pink, and more.

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See this historical dark comedy, now nominated for five Tony Awards, about the untold struggles of Mary Todd Lincoln before she lost Abe. Get a glimpse into Mary's hidden desires and personal struggles, filtered through queer comic playwright Cole Escola's wacky mind.

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Based on the classic 1992 film, *Death Becomes Her* the musical follows two frenemies, actress Madeline Ashton and author Helen Sharp, who take a potion for eternal youth to outdo each other once and for all — but things don't go as planned. Now the recipient of 10 Tony Award nominations.

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The seven-time Tony Award-nominated *John Proctor is the Villain* is a new dark comedy about a class of English students discussing *The Crucible*. While dealing with adolescence, sex ed, and first love, the students wonder whether the hero of Arthur Miller’s classic is as righteous as he seems.

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Tony Award nominees Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada team up as literary icons Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan in this new Broadway musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel. Get ready for a splashy new musical that brings the Roaring Twenties to life via colorful song and dance.

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You've read S. E. Hinton's book, you've seen Francis Ford Coppola's film, now see the stirring musical adaptation. Folk showtunes by Jamestown Revival give new life to the story about teenage street gangsters finding hope and brotherhood in a world that rejects them.

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In this new play, Jean Smart plays Izzy, a tragic woman whose gift of writing is her greatest gift, biggest secret, and ticket out of her destitute life.

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Say hello to the Tony Award-winning Best Musical by the creators of *South Park* and *Avenue Q*. The story of two Mormon missionaries who get more than they bargained for when sent to convert an African village has spread the good word on Broadway for more than a decade.

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*Prince F\*ggot* is a new satire that imagines a monarchy where a ruler is as queer as the playwright: what happens when unabashed queerness and ultimate power collide?

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Get *Gypsy* tickets and see six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald step into the mother of all Broadway roles: the ambitious Momma Rose, who goes to great lengths to achieve fame for her daughters in pursuit of the American dream. Tony winner Danny Burstein also stars alongside rising Broadway stars Joy Woods and Jordan Tyson in this revelatory new production (now the recipient of five Tony Award nominations) of the classic American musical, directed by six-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe and choreographed by four-time nominee Camille A. Brown (*Hell’s Kitchen*).

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Greek mythology gets a folksy, jazzy twist at this eight-time Tony-winning Best Musical. The story of the musician Orpheus's journey to the underworld to rescue his lover, Eurydice, takes on new depths of life and emotion in Anaïs Mitchell's show.

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The Grammy-winning, landmark Cuban album by the same-named music group is now the basis for a vibrant, celebratory musical, which has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Relive the Golden Age of Cuban music while hearing the renaissance of genres like son, bolero, and danzón.

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One of the most popular jukebox musicals, *Mamma Mia!* is about Sophie's wedding, where she's invited her friends, her family...and the three men who might be her father. Sometimes, for her mother, the one who got away is also the one who shows up at the wedding.

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How did the Wicked Witch of the West become wicked? This *Wizard of Oz* prequel musical explores her and Glinda the Good Witch's untold origin stories. Hear now-classic showtunes like "Defying Gravity" at Broadway's fourth-longest-running show.

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This Tony Award-winning pop musical gives 16th-century drama a 21st-century feminist twist. The six wives of Henry VIII become a fierce girl group who take back their crowns and rewrite their histories in the style of a rousing arena concert.

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Escape into a spectacular Parisian nightclub that's not just a place, but a state of mind. Feel truth, beauty, freedom, and love at the star-crossed love story of a writer and a courtesan, based on the Oscar-winning Baz Luhrmann film and packed with more than 40 pop hits.

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Join the circle of life at this stage adaptation of the beloved Disney film, on Broadway for 25 years and counting. Awe-inspiring puppetry and timeless songs like "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" bring alive the story of a lion cub growing up to take his rightful place as a leader.

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A comedy about friendship and, yes, art, this Tony Award winner for Best Play follows three best buds who debate the value of one's recent purchase: a very, very expensive painting...of nothing at all.

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Get *Stranger Things: The First Shadow* tickets and see the world before it turns upside down. The origin story of the hit Netflix series follows younger versions of fan-favorite characters as they deal with unusual happenings in Hawkins. Now nominated for five Tony Awards.

How does a show about an American Founding Father go on to revolutionize Broadway? Experience Lin-Manuel Miranda's Pulitzer- and Tony-winning hip-hop musical about how Alexander Hamilton fought, feuded, and financed his way into the history books.

*Operation Mincemeat* is a four-time Tony Award-nominated musical based on the Allies’ war operation of the same name that helped them win World War II. Much more than a history lesson, the uproarious comedy is parts farce, thriller, and Ian Fleming-style spy caper.

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Get *Purpose* tickets and see *Appropriate* Tony winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s newest play about a family of Black political luminaries reckoning with its legacy. Now nominated for six Tony Awards.

The Kander and Ebb musical about murderesses-turned-overnight-celebrities has razzle-dazzled audiences for decades. With a rotating lineup of stars in the lead roles, you never know who you'll see as starry-eyed housewife Roxie, veteran vaudevillian Velma, and more.

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Wilkommen — the Kit Kat Club awaits at this semi-immersive Broadway revival. The theatre is fully transformed into the title Berlin cabaret, where the lives of the writer Cliff Bradshaw, performer Sally Bowles, mysterious Emcee, and more collide with the rise of Nazism.

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Get into an Empire state of mind at this new musical featuring the songs of Alicia Keys. Inspired in part by her real-life upbringing in Manhattan, the show follows 17-year-old Ali as she finds music, her voice, and herself as she comes of age and chases big dreams.

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Experience the story behind the King of Pop's singular career and greatest hits. The Tony-winning musical offers a deep look into his creative process and all the energy of a Michael Jackson concert, complete with more than 20 of his classic songs and signature dance moves.

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Your wish for spectacular, magical, all-ages entertainment is granted at this musical adaptation of the Disney film. Hear timeless songs like "A Whole New World" at this story of a ruffian who, with a little help from a genie, transforms into a prince to win over a princess.

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Go on an adventure through Hogwarts and beyond with a new generation of wizards. Harry, his friends, and his son go on a time-traveling quest in this stage sequel to J. K. Rowling's books, brought to life with special effects that leave audiences of all ages spellbound.

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*Heathers* is a musical comedy based on the cult film and follows Veronica as she tries to navigate teenage issues, first love, and three Heathers who rule the school with an iron fist.

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Get *Maybe Happy Ending* tickets to see Darren Criss back on Broadway. A unique and new musical, which has now received 10 Tony Award nominations, *Maybe Happy Ending* follows two robots who meet, connect, and maybe fall in love.

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This epic show follows Alexander Hamilton’s rise from nothing to become George Washington’s right-hand man, America’s first Secretary of the Treasury, and friend-turned-enemy of Aaron Burr – the man who would eventually kill him in an infamous duel.

Surrounding *Hamilton* in the musical are plenty of real-life historical figures: Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, the Marquis de Lafayette, and more. They make mischief throughout the show as they navigate the behemoth task of founding a new country and creating a government.

Miranda was first inspired to write an Alexander Hamilton musical in 2008 after reading Ron Chernow’s 700-page biography of the Founding Father on vacation. Miranda had just won the Best Musical Tony Award for *In the Heights* that year, so then-President Barack Obama invited him to perform a song from the show at the 2009 White House Poetry Jam. Instead, Miranda surprised everyone by busting out an early version of his budding musical’s opening number.

The rest, as they say, is history. *Hamilton* premiered off Broadway at The Public Theater in 2015, transferring later that year to the Richard Rodgers Theatre. For writing *Hamilton's* book, music, and lyrics, Miranda would become a household name. 

It seemed ludicrous at first, but to Miranda, Alexander Hamilton embodied hip-hop. *Hamilton* director Thomas Kail later explained in an interview: “You have someone born into very difficult circumstances — profound poverty, no parents, no support — who used words to elevate himself out of those circumstances, and then died violently because of those words. That’s a classic hip-hop story. It’s the story of Tupac or Big.” 

## What to watch for

- Miranda initially conceived *Hamilton* as a record called *The Hamilton Mixtape*, but Kail encouraged him to develop a full musical. *The Hamilton Mixtape* was later released as a companion album to the show.
- *In the Heights*, about a small community in New York’s Washington Heights, has lots of parallels with *Hamilton*. Miranda’s longtime collaborators Kail and Andy Blankenbuehler (*Hamilton*’s choreographer) were involved in that production, and *In the Heights* also played at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
- The show has real cred in the music industry: Questlove and Black Thought of The Roots executive produced the show’s original cast recording.
- *Hamilton* is full of homages to other shows. The lyric “Nobody needs to know” comes directly from Jason Robert Brown’s *The Last Five Years*. George Washington’s line “I’m the model of a modern major general” is from Gilbert and Sullivan’s *Pirates of Penzance*. *Hamilton* also quotes a line from *Macbeth*: "Tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow creeps in this petty pace from day to day."
- *Hamilton* made history musicals cool and fresh, but Miranda’s isn’t the first musical about the American Revolution. His show is predated by the 1969 Best Musical winner *1776*, which follows John Adams as he tries to convince his fellow politicians to declare independence from Britain. 

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Leslie Odom Jr. rejoins the cast as Aaron Burr from September 9 to November 26!

Hamilton on Broadway is the smash hit of the century. After premiering off Broadway at The Public Theater in February 2015 for a sold-out limited engagement, Lin-Manuel Miranda's juggernaut musical quickly made the leap uptown and revolutionized theatre. Get Hamilton tickets now and see what the non-stop hype is all about.

The Hamilton musical is about Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, who most people know as the face of the $10 bill. What they might not know is how he fought alongside George Washington in the Revolutionary War, shaped the American financial system as we know it, and even became the first politician involved in a sex scandal.

The key story, however, is that of Hamilton and fellow politician Aaron Burr. In Miranda's reimagining, which takes some liberties with history, had a fraught, on-and-off friendship that would eventually lead to their famous duel. All this and more is dramatized in Hamilton on Broadway, which is almost entirely sung and rapped through and features a diverse cast to reflect the makeup of modern-day America.

The show's creator and original leading man, Lin-Manuel Miranda, made his mark in the Broadway theatre community for his work on In The Heights&nbsp;in 2008 and Bring It On in 2012,&nbsp;but Hamilton made him a household name&nbsp;in&nbsp;mainstream American pop culture. Hamilton also made top Broadway stars out of original cast members Leslie Odom, Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Daveed Diggs (who each took home a Tony Award in their respective categories), as well as Phillipa Soo, Christopher Jackson, and Okieriete Onaodowan. All original principal cast members have now left the Broadway production, but that hasn't stopped fans who continue to flock to the theatre for sold-out performances.

Miranda's idea to tell the story of Alexander Hamilton through hip hop, rap, and R&amp;B,and with a multi-racial cast, captured the imagination of Americans coast to coast. For students, Hamilton would become the most revolutionary and exciting history lesson they would ever attend. The musical combines 18th-century-inspired, Tony-winning costumes by Paul Tazewell and slick, modern, Tony-winning choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler to create a fresh&nbsp;Broadway production to appeal to those outside the Broadway community and hardened theatregoers in equal measure.

## When did *Hamilton* come out on Broadway?

Hamilton on Broadway premiered in July 2015, a few months after receiving its Off-Broadway world premiere. The show went on to earn a record-breaking 16 Tony Award nominations in 2016 and tied with The Producers for most Tony wins with a total of 11, including Best Musical. (That year's ceremony was dubbed "The Hamil-Tonys" since the musical had so much success.) Miranda also won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and the original Broadway cast recording&nbsp;won a Grammy after reaching number 3&nbsp;on the Billboard charts at one point. Its companion album, The Hamilton Mixtape, later debuted at the top spot in December 2016.

## How long is *Hamilton* the musical?

*Hamilton* runs 2 hours and 45 minutes, including an intermission.

If you have yet to witness "The Story of Tonight," then take your shot and get Hamilton Broadway tickets today.

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As with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ other plays, *Purpose* is intellectual, stirring, and high-octane in thrills and drama. As fierce as it is hilarious, this new play provides no easy answers but instead showcases a family contending with its identity, and how its members may move forward. Audiences can expect hilarious dialogue, volcanic political debate, and plenty of surprises along the way in this New York premiere.

Celebrated for her legendary screen and stage roles, and most recently *Skeleton Crew*, Rashad skillfully directs this four-star (Chicago Sun-Times) play. A show “absolutely not to be missed,” the Chicago Tribune's critic wrote of *Purpose*'s world premiere with Steppenwolf Theatre Company, “Branden Jacobs-Jenkins is the white-hot writer of the moment; I was knocked out.”

## What to watch for

- The production received three 2024 Equity Jeff Awards: Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding New Work (Branden Jacobs-Jenkins), and Outstanding Director of a Play (Phylicia Rashad).
- Director Phylicia Rashad became the first Black actress to win the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play, which she won for her role in the revival of *A Raisin in the Sun*. She won her second Tony Award for her performance in *Skeleton Crew*.
- Branden Jacobs-Jenkins is a two-time Pulitzer finalist for *Gloria* and *Everybody* and is also the recipient of a MacArthur “Genius” grant.
- Earning raves, *Purpose* is “a blistering production with explosive, knee-buckling intensity” per the Chicago Sun-Times.
- Steppenwolf is known for premiering esteemed plays including *August: Osage County*, which won the Pulitzer Prize and was adapted into a film starring Meryl Streep.

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LaTanya Richardson Jackson will play her final performance in Purpose on July 13. Brenda Pressley will join the company in the role of Claudine Jasper on July 15.

Get *Purpose* tickets and see the Tony Award-winning Best Play from Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, who shocked audiences last season with his thrilling, Tony-winning Broadway debut, *Appropriate*. Two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, known for her starring role in *The Cosby Show* and stage performances in *A Raisin in the Sun* and *Skeleton Crew*, directs this epic family drama, which comes straight from Chicago following a celebrated run at Steppenwolf Theatre Company, which originated the Pulitzer Prize-winning *August: Osage County*. Get *Purpose* tickets on New York Theatre Guide and see this six-time Tony Award-nominated show.

Experience *Purpose* on Broadway, a show “absolutely not to be missed,” the Chicago Tribune wrote. “Branden Jacobs-Jenkins is the white-hot writer of the moment; I was knocked out.” The play at Steppenwolf received a four-star review also in the Chicago Sun-Times, who said this was a “blistering Steppenwolf Production with explosive, knee-buckling intensity.”

Starting performances in February at the Hayes Theater, *Purpose* is a New York premiere tracing the storied legacy of the Jasper family. For decades, this influential family has left their mark on Black politics and culture. Its members are Civil Rights leaders, pastors, and congressmen. However, all families have their secrets sitting just under the shiny surface. When the youngest son of the family returns home to Illinois with an uninvited friend, the family is forced to reckon with its faith, politics, and legacy of Black radicalism. 

Hilarious, brilliant, and providing no easy answers, *Purpose* is a bracing new work from one of the country’s most celebrated playwrights. Rashad brings the production, with a top-notch lineup of designers, to New York City this winter. Audiences who loved the fiery dynamics at play in *Appropriate* will surely appreciate the similarities in this startling Broadway production. Don’t miss Jacobs-Jenkins’ latest — get tickets to *Purpose* in New York now.

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See the four-star (Chicago Tribune) Purpose play on Broadway. A new work from Tony Award winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (Appropriate), Purpose in New York is an epic family drama directed by Phylicia Rashad. Now the recipient of six Tony Award nominations.

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