Hamilton Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More
History has its eyes on Hamilton. It's been almost one decade since this non-stop phenomenon arrived on Broadway, and there is no sign of it slowing down anytime soon. Hamilton is a groundbreaking musical that has made history in redefining the American musical theater landscape by telling the story of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this musical integrates hip-hop, R&B, and traditional show tunes to narrate Hamilton's rise to the nation's first Treasury Secretary.
Based on Ron Chernow's biography, the musical explores themes of ambition, legacy, and the complexities of the American Revolution through a diverse cast that reflects the multicultural society of today and illustrates the political and personal struggles that shaped the early years of the United States.
Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, a young, scrappy and hungry immigrant from the Caribbean who rises to become a key figure in the founding of the United States. Starting as a penniless orphan, Hamilton makes his mark as a fiery writer and joins the American Revolution, working closely with George Washington. After the war, he helps shape the new government as the first Secretary of the Treasury, where his vision of a strong, centralized economy clashes with political rivals like Thomas Jefferson. The story also delves into Hamilton’s personal life, including his marriage to Eliza Schuyler, a high-profile affair, and a turbulent friendship-turned-rivalry with Aaron Burr, which culminates in a fatal duel.
Since its Broadway debut in 2015, Hamilton has received widespread acclaim and numerous awards, including 11 Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. Its innovative score and dynamic choreography have made it a cultural phenomenon, inspiring audiences around the world.
Directed by Thomas Kailand choreographed by Andy Blankenbuehler, Hamilton uses modern music styles to bring new life to historical events, making the story accessible to a broad audience and encouraging conversations about history and identity.
Can't make it to the room where it happens? Fans can also check out a full recording of Hamilton on Disney+. The film was released in 2020 and stars most of the original Broadway cast, including Miranda as the title character.
Whether you are an American history buff or encountering his story for the first time, Hamilton offers a compelling look at American history through a modern lens. Its themes of perseverance, ambition, and the pursuit of ideals continue to resonate, making Hamilton an impactful theatrical experience that invites reflection on the nation’s past and present. You won't want to say 'no' to this...
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From: USA Today
By: Elysa Gardner
Date: 2015-08-06
10 / 10
But there has been nothing on Broadway in the past 20 years to rival the riveting, exhilarating and haunting Hamilton (**** out of four stars), which...opened Thursday at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, its vitality and ingenuity fully intact...As written and played by Miranda, Hamilton...is a man of ferocious intelligence, enormous drive and devastating flaws. He has the outsize passions of an epic musical hero, and the verbal dexterity and bravado of a rap star; and Miranda's pulsing score and dazzling, piercing rhymes accommodate both...Lacamoire's muscular orchestration mines the melodic pull of Miranda's score, whether the performers are rapping or singing. Blankenbuehler keeps the dancers in almost constant motion, sustaining a sense of urgency that heightens our engagement and excitement.
From: Hollywood Reporter
By: Frank Scheck
Date: 2015-08-06
10 / 10
The almost entirely sung-through show is remarkably faithful to the historical facts, packing immense amounts of detail into its sprawling narrative. But it does so in such riotously entertaining fashion that it never feels like a history lesson, although it surely delivers one...Largely unaltered from its original production save for one important cast change, the lyrically dense show makes an even greater impact on the large Broadway stage, which provides ample room for its large ensemble. The performers have only gotten better, with Miranda in the title role...delivering a commanding star turn that is as charismatic as it is emotionally affecting. But there's also terrific work from Leslie Odom, Jr. as the scheming Burr, stopping the show with the rousing number 'The Room Where It Happens'...The musical is a triumph...More to the point, it signals its immensely talented creator and star as a game-changing figure in musical theater.
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Video: HAMILTON Documentary SPARK INTO A FLAME Debuts on YouTube
by Josh Sharpe - June 16, 2026
Disney has released a new documentary about the Broadway sensation Hamilton, which spotlights the connections between the stage musical, the hip-hop roots that inspired it, and “The Hamilton Mixtape” that followed. Watch it here.
Thayne Jasperson Injured, Out of HAMILTON Temporarily
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 12, 2026
Original Hamilton cast member, Thayne Jasperson, who has been with the show since it first opened on Broadway in 2015, injured himself during a performance, and will be taking a temporary leave from the production.
Video: Renée Elise Goldsberry Drops New 'Satisfied' Music Video
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
Renée Elise Goldsberry is bringing back Angelica Schuyler— with a twist. The performer, who won a Tony for her performance in the hit musical Hamilton, recently released a new music video for her signature number Satisfied. Check it out now.
Review: HAMILTON at The Fisher Theatre
by Emily Schenk - May 5, 2026
Hamilton is the room where it happens—a history remix that’s not throwing away its shot at dazzling you with rhyme, rhythm, and revolution. Founding fathers trade powdered wigs for mic drops as ambition rises faster than the tempo, and duels come with both pistols and punchlines. This production of Hamilton will be performing at the Fisher theatre now through May 17th.
Phillipa Soo Says Her Favorite HAMILTON Song Isn’t One She Performed
by Michael Major - April 14, 2026
Phillipa Soo has revealed her favorite Hamilton song – but it's not one she sang. The Tony-nominated original cast member of the hit musical recently divulged that her favorite song from the musical is 'Wait For It,' which is sung by Aaron Burr.
Video: Watch HAMILTON Perform at the Red Bucket Follies
by Michael Major - December 23, 2025
Hamilton infused songs by Michael Jackson, Sam Smith and Beyoncé into their 2025 Red Bucket Follies performance. Watch the video of “Sons of Liberty Gone Wild,” a piece written, directed and choreographed by original cast member Thayne Jasperson.
HAMILTON Edition Monopoly Board Game is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - November 25, 2025
An all new Hamilton version of the iconic board game MONOPOLY has been released from The Op Games and Hasbro. This special edition of the game honors one of the most celebrated Broadway musicals of all time while marking its 10th anniversary.
Video: HAMILTON Cast Sings 'My Shot' For 'Hamilten' Music Video
by Michael Major - November 24, 2025
The Broadway cast of Hamilton took to the streets of New York City for a special 10th-anniversary performance of “My Shot.” Led by Trey Curtis in the title role, the video features the current stars of the Broadway production performing the hit song.
Hamilton FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does Hamilton on Broadway have a daily lottery?
Price: $10.00
Where: On the official app for HAMILTON, now available for all iOS and Android devices in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
When: The lottery will open at 10:00 AM every Friday and will close for entry at 12:00 PM the next Thursday prior to the following week’s performances. Winner and non-winner notifications will be sent between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM every Thursday for the upcoming week’s performances via email and mobile push notification. Once notified, winners will have two hours to claim and pay for their ticket(s).
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions: Lottery tickets may be picked up at will call beginning two hours prior to the performance with a valid photo ID. Lottery tickets void if resold.
How long has Hamilton been running on Broadway?
Hamilton opened at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Aug 06, 2015 and has now been running for 8 years.
There are no gunshots in Hamilton.
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Hamilton Broadway Awards and Nominations
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Hamilton awards and nominations
| Year |
Ceremony |
Category |
Nominee |
| 2018 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Long-Running Broadway Show |
Hamilton |
| 2017 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Long-Running Broadway Show |
Hamilton |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Book of a Musical |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Choreography |
Andy Blankenbuehler |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Costume Design |
Paul Tazewell |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Direction of a Musical |
Thomas Kail |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Musical |
Hamilton |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Orchestrations |
Alex Lacamoire |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Score |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Sound Design of a Musical |
Nevin Steinberg |
| 2016 |
Drama League Awards |
Distinguished Performance Award |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
Drama League Awards |
Distinguished Performance Award |
Daveed Diggs |
| 2016 |
Drama League Awards |
Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical |
Hamilton |
| 2016 |
The Pulitzer Prize |
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Book of a Musical |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Choreography |
Andy Blankenbuehler |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Costume Design of a Musical |
Paul Tazewell |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Direction of a Musical |
Thomas Kail |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Lighting Design of a Musical |
Howell Binkley |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Musical |
Hamilton |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Orchestrations |
Alex Lacamoire |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Daveed Diggs |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Christopher Jackson |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Jonathan Groff |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical |
Leslie Odom, Jr. |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical |
Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Renee Elise Goldsberry |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical |
Phillipa Soo |
| 2016 |
Tony Awards |
Best Scenic Design of a Musical |
David Korins |
| 2015 |
BroadwayWorld Awards |
Best Off-Broadway Musical |
Hamilton |
| 2015 |
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards |
Best Musical |
0 |
| 2015 |
Outer Critics Circle Awards |
Outstanding Book of a Musical |
Hamilton |
| 2015 |
Outer Critics Circle Awards |
Outstanding Choreography |
Andy Blankenbuehler |
| 2015 |
Outer Critics Circle Awards |
Outstanding New Score |
Hamilton |
| 2015 |
Theatre World Awards |
Theatre World Award |
Daveed Diggs |