Hamilton

with CAPTIONS @ Madison

Overture Hall, Overture Center for the Arts

201 State St. Madison, WI

This show will feature an open caption monitor. Please contact the ticket office to ensure you purchase tickets with a view of the captions.

Synopsis:

Winner of 11 Tony Awards®, a Grammy® and the Pulitzer Prize, “Hamilton” brings history to life with its electrifying score and powerful storytelling. Experience the musical revolution that continues to inspire audiences worldwide—don’t miss your chance to be in “The Room Where It Happens!” 

A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition and the dawn of a new nation that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, “Hamilton” has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.

“Hamilton” features book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire.

The True Story Behind the Play
Discover the real history behind the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton” in Wisconsin Historical Society’s exhibition on display in the Promenade Lobby on select show dates (Jan. 6, 9, 15 and 17 matinee only). Explore original letters from Hamilton, Burr, Washington, Jefferson and Madison, an original newspaper printing of Washington’s farewell address and Hamilton’s infamous Reynolds Pamphlet. Featuring early printings of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution, this remarkable collection brings America’s founding era—and its most complex characters—to life. Open to the public.

Runtime

2 hours 45 minutes, including one intermission

Age Recommendation

10 and up