The Best One Yet 🇺🇸 Hamilton: From Founding Father To Broadway Star
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Jul 4, 2025 Lin-Manuel Miranda's journey from vacation to Broadway sensation started with an 800-page biography of Alexander Hamilton. The podcast delves into the groundbreaking success of the musical, discussing its themes of ambition and democracy. It examines the financial risks of producing theater and the impact of innovative approaches like Ham4Ham. Listeners will discover how 'Hamilton' broke molds and transformed Broadway, while also exploring the camaraderie among the Founding Fathers in taverns, showcasing a humorous side of history.
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Lin-Manuel's Vacation Inspiration
- Lin-Manuel Miranda impulsively bought and read an 800-page Alexander Hamilton biography on vacation.
- This sparked his obsession to create a hip-hop musical about Hamilton's life, shaping the future of theater.
White House Rap Debut
- Lin performed a new rap about Alexander Hamilton at the White House Poetry Jam.
- Despite nerves, the performance was a hit and caught the attention of President Obama and his treasury secretary.
Diverse Casting's Purpose
- Hamilton uses non-traditional casting with people of color playing the Founding Fathers.
- This approach modernizes history and allows everyone to see themselves in the American story.
