Ken Burns and Lin-Manuel Miranda offer history lesson to NYC students at Trinity Church
Read full article: Ken Burns and Lin-Manuel Miranda offer history lesson to NYC students at Trinity ChurchHundreds of New York City high school students gathered at Trinity Church in Lower Manhattan for a lesson led by filmmaker Ken Burns and “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Lin-Manuel Miranda will turn 'Hamilton' 10th anniversary into a fundraiser for immigration services
Read full article: Lin-Manuel Miranda will turn 'Hamilton' 10th anniversary into a fundraiser for immigration servicesLin-Manuel Miranda is using the 10th anniversary Broadway performance of *Hamilton* to support nonprofits providing immigration services.
Musical 'Hamilton' and historian Ron Chernow to receive Liberty Medal awards
Read full article: Musical 'Hamilton' and historian Ron Chernow to receive Liberty Medal awardsThe Broadway musical “Hamilton” and the historian whose book inspired it are getting the National Constitution Center’s Liberty Medal this fall.
'Hamilton' author Ron Chernow's new book takes on an icon of American letters, Mark Twain
Read full article: 'Hamilton' author Ron Chernow's new book takes on an icon of American letters, Mark TwainHistorian Ron Chernow’s latest work may surprise readers who know him best for the book which inspired the musical “Hamilton” and for his biographies of George Washington and Ulysses Grant.
America’s long history of ‘checks and balances’ is being tested by Trump like rarely before
Read full article: America’s long history of ‘checks and balances’ is being tested by Trump like rarely beforeThe principle of “checks and balances” is rooted in the Constitution’s design of a national government with three distinct, coequal branches.
Leslie Odom Jr. to reprise his Tony-winning role in 'Hamilton' this fall
Read full article: Leslie Odom Jr. to reprise his Tony-winning role in 'Hamilton' this fallLeslie Odom Jr_, one of the original cast members of the mega-hit Broadway musical “Hamilton,” is coming back for another shot, a role he says “gave me life.”.
Why does the US restrict its presidents to 2 terms? A look at the tradition Trump is questioning
Read full article: Why does the US restrict its presidents to 2 terms? A look at the tradition Trump is questioningOnly one person in U.S. history has defied the two-term example set by the first president, George Washington.
Broadway musical 'Hamilton' cancels plans to play the Kennedy Center in 2026
Read full article: Broadway musical 'Hamilton' cancels plans to play the Kennedy Center in 2026The megahit Broadway musical “Hamilton” is pulling out of plans to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.
If you've ever wanted to be in 'Hamilton,' you can now do so — on Roblox
Read full article: If you've ever wanted to be in 'Hamilton,' you can now do so — on RobloxThe landmark Broadway musical “Hamilton” has landed on Roblox, turning the innovative stage show into an immersive online environment for a new generation.
Long-missing Alexander Hamilton letter put on public display
Read full article: Long-missing Alexander Hamilton letter put on public displayA letter written by founding father Alexander Hamilton in 1780 and believed stolen from the Massachusetts state archives decades ago is being displayed publicly for the first time since it was returned to the state after a lengthy court battle.
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Research sheds light on Alexander Hamilton as slave owner
Read full article: Research sheds light on Alexander Hamilton as slave ownerFILE - In this Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, file photo, a statue of Alexander Hamilton stands in Central Park in New York. A new research paper takes a swipe at the popular image of Alexander Hamilton as the abolitionist founding father, citing evidence that he was a slave trader and owner himself. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)ALBANY, N.Y. – A new research paper takes a swipe at the popular image of Alexander Hamilton as the abolitionist founding father, citing evidence he was a slave trader and owner himself. Hamilton is almost universally depicted as an abolitionist in popular modern works, from Ron Chernow’s 2004 biography, “Hamilton,” to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award-winning show, “Hamilton: An American Musical.”But after poring over ledgers and correspondence of Hamilton and his wife, Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, Serfilippi, who works at the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site in Albany, concluded that image falls short. Serfilippi said her research interest goes beyond debunking myths about Hamilton.
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KSAT Kids: Today in History, Oct. 27
Read full article: KSAT Kids: Today in History, Oct. 27Today is Tuesday, Oct. 27, the 301st day of 2020. On Oct. 27, 1787, the first of the Federalist Papers, a series of essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay under a collective pseudonym calling for ratification of the United States Constitution, was published. In 1858, the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, was born in New York City. In 1962, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, a U-2 reconnaissance aircraft was shot down while flying over Cuba, killing the pilot, U.S. Air Force Maj. Rudolf Anderson Jr. In 2001, in Washington, the search for deadly anthrax widened to thousands of businesses and 30 mail distribution centers.
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Hamilton and race: A very powerful statement without having to be a statement
Read full article: Hamilton and race: A very powerful statement without having to be a statementTheres no better way to celebrate Americas birthday than with some American history -- and what perfect timing: Hamilton is now available on Disney+. Hamilton broke multiple records for its cast recording, and earned record-breaking sales of $32 million before it even hit Broadway, according to Time magazine. Hamilton uses rap and hip-hop to tell the story of Alexander Hamiltons rise to power as the American Revolution unfolded. I think its a very powerful statement without having to be a statement, Miranda told the New York Times. Well leave you with one last bit of analysis: At its heart, Hamilton is a white story told effectively and entertainingly by people of color.
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What you need to know before streaming ‘Hamilton’ on Disney+ over the weekend
Read full article: What you need to know before streaming ‘Hamilton’ on Disney+ over the weekendSince there’s likely to be a good chunk of people who will watch “Hamilton” over the weekend who’ve probably never seen it before, here is a quick rundown of what you need to know before experiencing the phenomenon. The “Hamilton” on Disney+ is a filmed version of the show, not a movie. It’s easy to call the version of “Hamilton” coming out on Disney+ a movie, but technically, it’s the stage version, filmed. An actual movie version of “Hamilton” will probably happen eventually, but this is a great way to really capture the magic of the stage version of the show. And because the people at Disney are incredibly smart, free trials of the streaming service have ended, so if you want to watch, you’re going to have to sign up.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda and the 'Hamilton' Cast on Why the Musical Is Just as Relevant as Ever (Exclusive)
Read full article: Lin-Manuel Miranda and the 'Hamilton' Cast on Why the Musical Is Just as Relevant as Ever (Exclusive)When Hamilton first debuted on Broadway in 2015, it was an immediate hit. Everyone from theater critics to celebrities to politicians -- and yes, President Barack Obama -- quickly fell in love with the groundbreaking biomusical about one of the countrys Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton. My only real insight in writing the show was all of the problems and paradoxes and fights present at the founding that are still here, Miranda tells ET. The thing about Hamilton is because it brushes up against the founding of this country, it hits differently depending on where we are as a country, Miranda says. It still keeps them activated and still keeps the mind moving in that direction.The cast of Hamilton.
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Hamilton movie trailer released ahead of July 3 Disney+ premiere
Read full article: Hamilton movie trailer released ahead of July 3 Disney+ premiere(CNN) -- Broadway fans who couldn't get tickets for "Hamilton" will soon be able to watch one of its many sold-out performances from the comfort of their homes. A filmed version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, is set to premiere on streaming service Disney+ on July 3. The 60-second trailer, released Sunday, shows a montage of scenes from the critically acclaimed drama, set to a mash-up of the show's opening number, "Alexander Hamilton," and "Satisfied." The "Hamilton" movie was originally scheduled to arrive in cinemas in October 2021, but the studio opted to release the film early on its subscription streaming service amid the coronavirus pandemic. In May, cast member Diggs, who portrays Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in the production, admitted he was "terrified" about the musical being released on Disney+.
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'Hamilton': Disney Plus Drops Trailer for Musical Film -- Watch Now!
Read full article: 'Hamilton': Disney Plus Drops Trailer for Musical Film -- Watch Now!But after a smash run on Broadway -- temporarily halted by theater closures after the coronavirus outbreak -- the bio-musical is now headed to the screen with a new film on Disney+. As previously reported, the film is coming to Disney+ after initially being slated for a theatrical release in October 2021. At the 2020 Oscars in February, Miranda opened up to ET about bringing Hamilton to the big screen. Hamilton is available to stream July, 3 on Disney+. RELATED CONTENT:How to Watch 'Hamilton' on Disney PlusJohn Krasinski Reunites Original Hamilton Cast to Surprise a Fan With an Epic Performance: WatchLin-Manuel Miranda on Bringing 'Hamilton' to Theaters (Exclusive)
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