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BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage- HAMILTON
by Ken Fallin - Aug 14, 2015

BroadwayWorld recently announced a new partnership with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Fallin previously drew for BroadwayWorld and our readers have long wanted his return, so it is with great pleasure that we welcome him back! Be sure to check back for more of Ken's exclusive art. Below, check out his illustration of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Phillipa Soo, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and Leslie Odom, Jr. in HAMILTON!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Meryl Streep Stops By Richard Rodgers to Catch HAMILTON!
by Walter McBride - Aug 14, 2015

The new musical Hamilton has book, music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also plays the title role. The musical is directed by Thomas Kail, with choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and music direction and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. Hamilton is inspired by Ron Chernow's biography 'Alexander Hamilton.' Meryl Streep just joined the long list of celebrities who have now seen the show, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to catch photos of the Hollywood living legend backstage with the cast!

STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Leslie Odom, Jr. Talks Bringing Aaron Burr to Life on Broadway
by Stage Tube - Aug 13, 2015

Actor Leslie Odom Jr. recently stopped by CHARLIE ROSE to talk about playing the infamous 'Aaron Burr' on Broadway in Lin-Manuel Miranda's new musical Hamilton. Watch the in-depth interview below!

STAGE TUBE: What Do You Remember from History Class? Susan Blackwell Asks on the HAMILTON Red Carpet
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened just last week at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. HAMILTON has book, music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer Lin Manuel Miranda, who also plays the title role. The musical is directed by Thomas Kail, with choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and music direction and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. Hamilton is inspired by Ron Chernow's biography 'Alexander Hamilton.' Below, watch as Susan Blackwell asks the opening night red carpet celebrities about what they remember from history class.

Photo: Questlove Shares First Look at HAMILTON's String Cast Recording Session
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 11, 2015

Yesterday, Questlove turned to Instagram to share a photo of the string recording session for the highly anticipated cast album.

Hello, King George! Cameron Mackintosh to Bring HAMILTON Across the Pond in 2017?
by Jessica Khan - Aug 10, 2015

King George III was sort of right! It looks like the Founding Fathers are likely to travel back across the pond in Lin-Manuel Miranda's new musical HAMILTON.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT Series: The Company of HAMILTON
by Walter McBride - Aug 10, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened just last week at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. HAMILTON has book, music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer Lin Manuel Miranda, who also plays the title role. The musical is directed by Thomas Kail, with choreography byAndy Blankenbuehler and music direction and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. Hamilton is inspired by Ron Chernow's biography 'Alexander Hamilton.' Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the company in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Covers Bob Dylan's 'Forever Young' as Audra Mae at #Ham4Ham Lottery
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 9, 2015

The first HAMILTON ticket lottery entertainment since its official opening has hit the internet! In yesterday's #Ham4Ham, as the now traditional pre-show entertainment has been dubbed on social media, cast member Leslie Odom Jr (Aaron Burr) crooned a Bob Dylan tune in the style of one of his favorite artists, Audra Mae. Check out the performance below!

Photo Flash: GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE Welcomes HAMILTON to Broadway With Funny Graphic
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 8, 2015

The Broadway community welcomed HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' to the Richard Rodgers Theatre on its August 6 opening- and some kind regards were kinder than others. Below, check out a humorous graphic posted by the official A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Twitter with murderous intentions.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: In the Room Where it Happens! Go Inside the HAMILTON Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - Aug 8, 2015

BroadwayWorld was on hand for the whole evening, starting with the sacred Gypsy Robe ceremony. Check out photos of gypsy robe recipient Betsy Struxness with the company!

TV: Lin-Manuel Talks Mix-Tapes and More at HAMILTON Opening Night After-Party; Catch Up With the Whole Cast!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Aug 8, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened last Thursday at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the whole, historic night, and Richard Ridge had a chance to catch up with the cast at the after-party. Click below to watch interviews with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the other stars of the show!

HAMILTON Heading to Record-Breaking $2 Million in 24 Hours at Box Office!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 7, 2015

As the cast of Broadway's HAMILTON was taking opening night bows last night, producers were celebrating record-breaking numbers at the box office.

Photo Coverage: Go Inside HAMILTON's Opening Night Red Carpet Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - Aug 7, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened just last night at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the whole, historic night, and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals below!

HAMILTON Songs in Order; Track List for HAMILTON Cast Recording; Now Available
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 7, 2015

Find out what songs are in Hamilton and the order by getting the full track list information on the now available Original Cast Recording of Hamilton! Find out how to order the album and read all about it.

Photo Coverage: There Ain't No Party Like a HAMILTON Party; Go Inside Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - Aug 7, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened just last night at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the whole, historic night, and you can check out photos from the after party below!

Photo Coverage: History is Happening- HAMILTON Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Walter McBride - Aug 7, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opened just last night at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the whole, historic night, and you can check out photos from the curtain call below!

BWW Review: HAMILTON Takes a Shot at Broadway
by Michael Dale - Aug 7, 2015

Any concerns about the state of 21st Century Broadway musicals can be swiftly addressed by having The Public Theater transfer a show to Times Square once every season.

Pre-Order the Original Broadway Cast Recording of HAMILTON Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2015

Atlantic Records will release 'HAMILTON (ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING),' the musical companion to the critically acclaimed Broadway show, 'HAMILTON.' 'HAMILTON (ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING)' is available for pre-order at all DSPs today, August 7th, one day after the show's official Broadway opening night at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 W. 46 St.).

Groove Along to Tonight's HAMILTON Opening Fireworks, Happening Now!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2015

Lin-Manuel Miranda's new hit musical HAMILTON just celebrated its opening night on Broadway tonight, August 6, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (read the reviews!). And as part of its slate of special opening events, the show is -- as we speak -- putting on a display of fireworks on the Hudson River. To groove along with the colorful show and set the mood, click HERE to listen to a 12-minute musical compilation of Americana!

Review Roundup: HAMILTON Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Aug 6, 2015

HAMILTON, Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical about America's 'the ten-dollar Founding Father without a father,' opens tonight at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say...

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