An unconventional sung-through show that quickly became one of the most famous Broadway musicals of its generation, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton presents its audience with a very different take on American history. The performance uses an entirely non-white cast and hip-hop soundtrack to tell the life story of founding father Alexander Hamilton, who was George Washington’s right-hand man during the American Revolution.
A historical drama with very modern themes, this must-see show explores the nature of diversity, inclusion, and oppression. The show owes part of its fame to a controversy involving President Trump, who responded negatively after the cast of the show publicly criticized Vice President Pence, who was in attendance.
