Hamilton at Benedum Center Pittsburgh

Debuting in 2015 and performing for almost a decade, Hamilton took Broadway by storm bringing a innovative approach. Based on Ron Chernow’s biography about Alexander Hamilton, we learn the life story of Alexander Hamilton’s humble beginnings and journey to power as one of the Founding Fathers of the USA. This is a profound story that is both creative and political, Hamilton is still to this day hailed as fearless in its storytelling that has left its mark on politics, culture, and education.

Written by American composer and lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda, famous for his achievements in both Broadway and film. He went on to write the music and lyrics for his former Broadway play called "In the Heights", another Tony award-winning showcase. Miranda is also the creator of music and lyrics in several notable musical films such as Moana. The hit musical, featuring a ethinically diverse cast, is set to a score that blends new genres like hip-hop, jazz, R&B and more, which has made Hamilton all the more innovative and exciting by showcasing these music genres to Broadway. Broadway hits such as “Satisfied”, “Wait For It”, and “You’ll Be Back”, have been considered as Broadways best memorable songs from the production since its Broadway release. Lin-Manuel Miranda has said that his music inspiration for Hamilton came from top rap and hip-hop artists of USA, he wanted to unite the different genres together in an unprecedented manner! The score of Hamilton is praised hugely by Pennsylvania critics alike, compared to the other Broadway musicals produced today, Hamilton continues to be more fast-paced and fun than others.

Hamilton has since gone on to achieve a record-breaking 11 Tony Awards and 16 Tony nominations, Grammy Awards, Olivier Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and even a special mention from the Kennedy Center Honors. So far, Hamilton has achieved global acclaim as it continues its worldwide tour, including the continents of Europe and Asia.

Hamilton is coming to you this fall in Benedum Center, the finest theater for the arts in Pittsburgh, where previous shows have been received incredibly well. Tickets for the Sunday 15th September 2024 show are numerous as Hamilton will only be running for a limited time in Benedum Center during September.