Hamilton
The show is every bit as grand, electric, quiet, and transportive as its Broadway counterpart; in certain actors' cases, perhaps even more so!
Peter Debruge, The Los Angeles Times
Why see Hamilton?
The Broadway Phenomenon
The biggest Broadway show since The Book of Mormon has hit the road on its first ever national tour! Written by Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Lin Manuel Miranda, Hamilton is a true landmark of American culture, tearing up the musical theatre rulebook with a score that is equal parts Sondheim and Notorious B.I.G., and 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". President Obama himself deemed it good enough for not one but two visits! In 2016, it won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and scooped 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score and many more! In 2018, it swept up the Olivier Awards bagging seven of their recording breaking 11 nominations, including Best New Musical.
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-winning 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
Feb 4, 2025 - Mar 2, 2025
Upcoming Performances
Cast
Marcos Choi as George Washington
Eddie Ortega as Hercules Mulligan / James Madison
Tyler Fauntleroy as John Laurens / Philip Hamilton
Pierre Jean Gonzales as Alexander Hamilton
Neil Haskell as King George III
Jared Howelton as Marquis de Lafayette / Thomas Jefferson
Deon'te Goodman as Aaron Burr
Lencia Kebede as Angelica Schuyler
Jen Sese as Peggy Schuyler / Maria Reynolds
Nikisha Williams as Eliza Hamilton
With
Jisel Soleil Ayon, Travante S. Baker, Amanda Braun, Zach Bravo, Allie Jordan Butcher, Stephen Carrasco, Yossi Chaikin, Andrew Chappelle, John Devereaux, Nicole Deroux, Victoria Fiore, Lili Froehlich, Cyndal Gilmore, Alexis Hasbrouck, Devin Tyler Hatch, Tristan Hill, Jimmie J.J. Jeter, Marcus John, Dharon Jones, Ashley Lalonde, Vanessa Mckenzie, Kameron Richardson, Bella Rusli, Nick Sanchez and Anthony Santos
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, engrossing, unforgettable
This is what our reviewer, Nicola Quinn, had to say when she saw Hamilton on Broadway in 2015: Lin-Manuel Miranda was inspired by his love for 90's rap and hip hop, and Broadway - it's in this mash-up that we experience music which moves by lyrics, beats
Nicola Quinn
Customer reviews
172 reviews, average rating: (3.9 Stars)
Dave
Lives Up To Broadway
Saw Hamilton in NYC for our anniversary in Jan. I
happened to be in Seattle this weekend and saw it
again. Both were fabulous. It was great seeing it on
Broadway, especially since it is set in NYC. I was
curious to see how Seattle compared. I had listened
to the soundtrack many times and read “Hamilton -
The Revolution†prior to NY. I recommend doing both.
The show was amazing although it was hard not to
make comparisons to the well produced soundtrack. I
am happy to say that Seattle did not disappoint. The
Paramount is an amazing venue. The show was every
bit as good as the Broadway productions. I felt that
many of the characters were actually stronger than
the NYC cast that we saw. Eliza and Burr, in particular,
were amazing. The cast was much more engaged and
interactive with the audience. Many more laughs
(there are many funny moments) and some minor
choreography changes which I liked. Only
disappointment was the king who went from
brooding and understated to childish. Go see it! ... Read more
MEH
Terrific production but lead actor disappointing
I saw the first Saturday evening performance in
Seattle. I already knew the story and the music very
well, so I was very excited to finally see the
performance. The lighting, sets, costumes,
choreography, dancers, and music were fantastic.
The audience was very enthusiastic throughout. My
seat was on the main floor 5 rows from the back in
one of center sections, and it was satisfactory.
Because of some of the subject matter, I would not
recommend taking kids, though teens would be OK.
Anyone who is sensitive to obscenities should be
aware there are a few swear words in the dialogue.
Also beware that they are strict about the 15-minute
intermission, even with long lines still at the
restrooms.
Most of the principal actors did a very nice job, but I
was very disappointed with Joseph Morales as
Hamilton. His voice was monotonous, and he just
lacked vim and vigor overall, especially compared to
the rest of the cast who were mostly very energetic
and expressive throughout. ... Read more
Joy Docter
A Bountiful Feast For Mind Body and Soul
The Paramount Theater production of Hamilton is the most perfect
meld of music and lyrics that burst forth with mind blowing rhythms
and rhymes that take you on a time- travel excursion of a story in U.S.
history in a way that we never learned in school. The songs are
delivered by magnificent voices that emote soulful exuberance and
driving meaning. The unity of mind bending music, brilliant lyrics
penned with pluck and wisdom Interwoven with choreography that
pings with electricity, every step, tap, head or hand movement adds
to the depth of awe that penetrates the spectator’s mind with
unpredictable undulation, the set, lighting and costumes thought out
to the nth degree, equate to a production tallied with nothing less than
genius feat.
... Read more
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