By guest blogger Eloise Marie Valadez
Theater fans are getting another shot at seeing the popular musical “Hamilton” in the Windy City.
The Tony-winning production, from the mind of Lin-Manuel Miranda, is gracing the stage of The CIBC Theatre in Chicago through April 26. Since it first hit the stage in 2015, “Hamilton” has been a winning production on all levels. And it’s continued to attract audiences with its catchy soundtrack, creative staging and compelling story.
“Hamilton” relays the story, in grand musical fashion, of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton and his life and role in the beginnings of the nation. It’s told cleverly through songs done in a mixture of hip-hop, rap and jazzy genres. “Hamilton” has also been providing a great history lesson for theatergoers for the past 11 years. And this lesson is never boring as the show moves swifly along.
The cast for this touring version of “Hamilton” offers strong performances and stellar vocals. Tyler Fauntleroy is perfect in the title role of Hamilton and displays powerful vocals. Other shining performances are offered by A.D. Weaver as Washington; Maria Harmon as Angelica Schuyler; Matt Bittner as King George III; and Jimmie “JJ” Jeter as Aaron Burr.
“Hamilton” fans surely never tire of the production’s soaring score. Among highlighted musical selections are “My Shot,” “The Schuyler Sisters,” “You’ll Be Back,” “Helpless,” “Satisfied,” and “The Room Where It Happens.”
Don’t miss this energetic production during its two-month stay in Chicago.
FYI: “Hamilton” continues to April 26 at CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe, Chicago. Tickets range from $63 to $208. Visit BroadwayInChicago.com.
