WOW!!! I cannot say enough good things! The theater was stunning, the performance was amazing! I would honestly love to experience it again! Highly recommend! The entire cast was phenomenal and amazingly talented. This was my first time seeing Hamilton and it may have been the best musical I have seen to date! Our seats were in the top section and we still had an amazing view! Seriously worth every penny (and some). The theater is also in a great area that is walkable to many other attractions and restaurants which is really nice! read more

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I was not sure what to expect but I will say that this musical blew my mind! The CIBC theatre is beautiful and there is no bad seat in the house. There were lots of people to guide you to your seat and even the guy selling drinks/snacks was very friendly. If you have not been to see this play, you must go! The dancing, singing, hip hop genre, the comedy by the King and the costumes were outstanding. One tip, they offer seat cushions for more seating comfort (just ask)! The play is very long (2hrs/45 minutes), so if you are the kind of person that needs a break, it may be best to go on a weekend or a day that you are not working. Besides that, it is a must see! read more

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Come to see Hamilton and now only was the venue awesome but so are the people that help you get seated. They are all so nice and helpful. The show we saw was awesome. Knowing now that I enjoyed watching the show here I will come back to see others in the future. If you have never been here to see something to your interest I would recommend it. Just make sure you pick your seats wisely. I did so I was able to get a great view. Then of course that goes without saying for any theater that you go and see a play We were also lucky enough to be eating across the road and we were lucky enough to meet one of the actors on the show. read more

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I'm not super into musicals so honestly this was a good experience for me, but not something I'd go see again. However, the story and script are interesting and I can see how broadway fans are into this. The theater is just beautiful and seats were comfortable enough, but I found it incredibly cold! This may differ depending on your seat but I was in the Orchestra L section shivering up a storm in a winter coat. Again, the actors were excellent and had great voices, but the comedy just wasn't my cup of tea. I know tons of people are into musicals though and if that's your passion, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. It's far from the normal musical, original music and concept with a unique twist on a typical show. Fun experience but I think I'm now good on seeing Hamilton! read more

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My takeaways: 1 - Lin-Manuel Miranda has written a beautiful musical, perfectly capturing a flawed man pursuing what he saw as a righteous path with, at times, questionable motivations. The rhyme and score, executed by an insanely talented cast, take you on the emotional ups and downs of life - without your awareness of joining the journey. 2 - Everyone longs for significance and belonging. 3 - The world is wide enough for diversity of opinion. We do not have to figuratively kill other's ideas, or destroy/demean our opponents, to elevate ourselves or achieve political security. 4 - History is a valuable teacher, if we choose to listen and learn. read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ok so much hype about this musical play. Was it good? Yes! Could you go on in life without seeing it? Absolutely. First of all, here are my negatives... it's long! And it's filled with singing. Anddd as much US History and Government that I have learned in my life, I know for a fact that George Washington (1st President George Washington) was never ever known to be a chubby black man with a fro! With that said, I enjoyed the show. I was happy that although this was musical, the "singing" was split up with rap, ballads, hip hop and chorus. It jogged my memory with all the US history! My favorite characters were Thomas Jefferson, another black man in the play LOL, Hamilton of course, and King George! Great part about all of this is that its a true story! And I have to ask! What ever happened to the 3rd sister Peggy? LOL read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Just my playbill no photos were allowed during the performance. Duh. - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

IT'S 3 1/2 hours you'll never get back. Didnt find is funny or enjoyable... honestly i found the play as painful as the seating. WE Were in the second roll but managed to sit behind people much taller.. so struggle to see. But we saw and heard enough to know this did not live up to the hype. Then the person next to me was a huge giant who took half my space. I was praying for it to just END. THE ONLY PART WE ENJOYED WAS KING GEORGE. He was the only one who we found talented. Thank God we did pay 800 to see this in New York last spring. 500 was enough to waste. Ohhhh how i wish we'd kept that 500 but beat 800 each. Ac not good either. read more

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After months of entering the Hamilton lottery, I finally won! I was able to score 2 tickets for $10 each. Before you buy they warn the seats may not be together, and may be limited view. Well, we ended up being able to sit together but the limited view came from being in the 2nd row because being too close to the stage we weren't able to see the bottom half of people during scenes where they stood further back. This was not a deal-breaker for me since the tickets were only $10 and the show was stupendous!!! The CIBC theater is really gorgeous and they offer beverages/snacks at concessions, as well as a coat check. I was extremely entertained by the show itself and the cast was amazing too. I would definitely go see it again if I got the chance. read more

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Hamilton is a 5-star American musical, but the performance in Chicago fell a bit below the high standards of the original cast ... or the oversized expectations that comes with purchasing exorbitant tickets to the most-hyped show of our lifetime. Lin-Manuel Miranda is a genius. Hamilton is one of the best pieces of writing and lyrics I've ever experienced. His ability to pack so many words and rhymes into every minute of the musical is stunning ... and breathtaking. Some of the Chicago cast struggled with the lyrics and clear pronunciation while others were truly outstanding. The CIBC setting is not great although it is historic. The experience getting in/out of the narrow lobby wasn't fun while those sitting on the edges complained of obstructed views of some parts of the show. Hamilton qualifies as a real 5-star show even though the Chicago version had a couple hiccups that lowers it's rank to just 4 stars. read more

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This is the best musical I've ever seen. We loved every minute of the show. The performance was flawless. The way they tell the story through some rap and hip hop was engaging and fun. Since the show we've been listening to the sound track over and over. I only wished it was longer or we could go again. Lin-Manuel is a master story teller and song writer, kudos to him for the years he worked to make it happen. His hard work paid off, go see this one if you love musicals. read more

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One of the best (if not the best) musical i've even seen! The one thing I really wanted for my birthday and we happened to be in Chicago during it's run. Not only was the show perfection in all areas, but the theater was amazing with wonderful acoustics. I understand the hype. It is so much deserved. The acting and singing was incredible, not only by the lead roles, but the entire cast. Bringing history to the present in a fun and entertaining way made for the perfect evening. This is a must see!!! read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Don't Miss the Chance to See Hamilton: An American Musical Hamilton: An American Musical is a Tony, Grammy and Pulitzer Prize award winning musical about the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Inspired by the 2004 biography "Alexander Hamilton" by historian Ron Chernow, Lin-Manuel Miranda created a transformative new musical that redefined Broadway blending hip hop, R&B, pop, and soul into traditional-style lyrics and music. The Chicago run at the historic Majestic/CIBC Theatre was the first Hamilton performance to premier outside of New York in September/October 2016. It is a must see musical. The music, choreography and staging are brilliant. Since it is in an old theater, there are many locations where a view of the stage may be partially obstructed. Our right orchestra seats, row N 16-18 -20 and row T seats 18-20 had different views although they were only 6 rows apart. Since the seats at row T were by the wall of the theater and under an overhang, we could not see the far right hand side of the stage or the top of the theater at all. Since we had read reviews, we were prepared that this might happen. Our daughter's seats were more "centered" in row N and thus were less obstructed. Sound quality was perfect though and "Hamilton" was incredible. We also walked up into a box and to the front of the mezzanine to check out other views as well. Note: We ate at the Italian Village a block away and took advantage of $12 valet parking. No lines to wait for our car and missed the traffic in front of the theater on the way back to our hotel. read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Go see Hamilton and be amazed - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Words cannot even describe how wonderful this show was. It was truly spectacular and I highly recommend going to see it before it closes in January next year. I purchased tickets on Ticketmaster about 3 weeks before the show. It was a pretty last minute trip and I'm so glad there was still a decent seat selection. We were in Row Q in the orchestra, Seats 1-7. The view was fantastic. I do wish there was a bit more elevation in between the rows. There are 2 bars and 1 stand for souvenirs. The ladies at the souvenir stand were phenomenal and very helpful. The theater has 1 bathroom, located in the basement. They set up a rope so that people can line up to use it. The ladies in the bathroom were awesome at getting people in and out. They gave people a countdown of time left as well as facilitated getting people into open stalls. read more

Make sure you get a chance to see this while it's in Chicago! Such an amazing story and the production is so good! You can see the amount of work going in to this performance. The songs are amazing and the cast is all so talented. I want to go back and watch it again! The theater is small and cozy. There may be some seats with slight obstructions such as an overhang from the balcony but nothing really serious. It's nice that they sell alcohol at the venue as well. Be weary of using the bathroom during intermission as the lines can be very long. read more

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We loved King George - he was the best ever. George Washington was fabulous as well. Interesting production albeit a bit long. We noticed people leaving half an hour before it ended. The music was great - the rap, r and b, even a small amount of classical. Not sure it was worth the expense though, understanding they gross over $100 million annually. Good experience overall. read more

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Omgoodness...this stageplay was phenomenal!!!! The sounds, cast, singing, what more!!!!. This theater was exceptional..... read more

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I finally saw it!! It was different going to a showing with slightly different actors and singers because I had listened to the soundtrack a few times over the last couple of years. Seeing the complete show is definitely an experience and makes the musical numbers easier to understand contextually within history. My grams has slight mobility issues and a member of the staff was very helpful in helping us navigate to our seats, which I'm appreciative of. We were seated in the balcony. It's noteworthy how popular the production is even after it's been on stage for a few years. read more

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Was sooo fortunate that a friend who won lottery tickets to Hamilton brought me along so our tickets were only $10. We were in the balcony so a bit far from the stage but it was a pretty clear view and not obstructed. Let me start by saying that I'm not a huge musical buff and I also had a pretty low level of Hamilton background except for one song I had listened to. I loved the music and the way the story was told. It really told Hamilton's life and the big events of the time period in an engaging way. Many have mentioned that the play is very long but I thought it flew by. My fav characters were Hamilton, King George, and George Washington. One star off because I'm not sure it would be worth some of the exorbitant ticket prices out there and because I thought there overall staging/decorations/costumes/dancing weren't too impressive. read more

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OH MY GOD THIS IS THE BEST MUSICAL IVE EVER SEEN IN MY ENTIRE LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Let me start by saying, I have seen A LOT of musicals in my life, and Hamilton is my #1 I live in Los Angeles and I flew out to Chicago to see Hamilton and paid $1700 for tickets to see this show, and all I can say is IT WAS WORTH IT! This extremely engaging musical was written by the amazing Lin-Manuel Miranda. (Same guy that wrote Disney's Moana), and is sure to impress. The soundtrack is EXTREMELY Catchy and don't be surprised if you leave the venue singing some of the songs and find yourself downloading the soundtrack on iTunes the next day! The musical itself is based about the life and times of the founding father Alexander Hamilton and is told through hip hop and rap genre of music. That being said even if you HATE this type of music, you are GUARANTEED to be pulled into this story and find yourself captivated by the level of talent shown here. I CANT WAIT until Hamilton comes to Los Angeles, I will be there on opening night! read more

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Alright, this play does not need another good review, but, here it goes: Hamilton elevates raping to an opera status. It's intoxicating! The music, the choreography the cast, the singing, along with a history lesson of the birth of a great nation, creates a symphony for the ages. It will entertain you, stimulate your senses & will warm your heart. Everyone shall see it! read more

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Wow. I am speechless and blown away. I must be living under a rock, because I had heard great reviews about the show, everyone was buzzing about it, but I didn't have too much of an idea what it was about except that it was about Alexander Hamilton and it was a musical. 3 hours of rapid fire rap, singing, theatrics, and dancing. A story seamlessly woven together, giving insight into our founding fathers and the battles they fought. A story of timeless romance, betrayal, and more. PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND WATCH IT! read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The actors had beautiful voices and were acrobatic. The choreography was great. The theater setup at CIBC is not perfect, but I didn't think it was as bad as some people said online. We sat in center orchestra row D (which is really like the third row since the rows start with B rather than A). We couldn't see the actors' feet, but that didn't take away anything from the show. We liked being that close, being able to see very expression on the actors' faces. Most people online seem to agree that rows F-P in the center orchestra section or thereabouts was optimal viewing. The matinee we attended had the understudy, JJ Jeter, playing Hamilton and he was amazing! And though Aaron Burr was very unlikable in history and in books, Akron Watson made him suave and almost likeable. I read Chernow's Hamilton before attending. I'm not sure if that helped my experience or not. In one way, it helped me understand exactly what each song was about and I knew all the historical background. In another way, it left me saying, "but hey, wait, why didn't we explain this?" Or "why wasn't there a song about thus?" Ultimately, I enjoyed it regardless, as did my companions (who had never read the book). Miranda condensed all he could into three hours (the book is almost 800 pages), and be did a good job of hitting the high points. In summary: see Hamilton. The actors and choreography are amazing. The songs are fresh and fun. I'm glad Miranda has brought the often forgotten historical dynamo to the spotlight. read more

The most over-hyped musical of the decade. My purpose for writing all my reviews on Yelp is to either share a wonderful experience and help someone have the same or to share a poor or disappointing experience and prevent someone from wasting their time or money doing the same. I'm not here to follow the masses - I think objectively and provide my opinion based on my experience. I don't feel obligated to say something is good just because others are saying the same or because I paid a lot of money for my ticket, I like to think for myself and provide a fair analysis. That said, I recently saw Hamilton because so many people, including some of my friends, said it was so good it was worth seeing. And maybe all this over-hyping led to my bitter disappointment, but I tried to see the good in Hamilton, I really did, but it was just so hard. Prior to this, I had only seen and heard bits and pieces of it on the news, I had never listened to the soundtrack. I'm glad. The good: Some of the music numbers were catchy and quite good, but the repetition of these songs just got tiring by the end. I did not mind the "verbal vomit" as some have described it and did not have a difficult time understanding or following the fast speech - I get that that's the rap style they're going for. Hamilton and Hamilton alone had the appropriate character energy level, the other characters were lackluster and underdeveloped (I'm sure the original cast was better). I did like King George - he was much needed comic relief because the musical was so heavy and serious. The bad: It was way too long! It was three hours long and could've been shortened significantly. I appreciate character development, believe me, I do. But you could've left out half the first act, and still I would've understood Hamilton's background. Here I was sitting and watching Hamilton and I was BORED, yes, I was totally bored in the first act and wondering when we would get to intermission. The second act was better and story picked up a bit. I did not like the portrayal of Eliza - it was too syrupy sweet. I won't spoil anything, but there were parts in the musical that really tried to jerk tears out of you - which was not necessary. The musical was already heavy and serious enough and now you want to unnecessarily make me cry?! Like I said, King George was much needed comic relief. There was nothing impressive or cool about the stage or set. Nothing impressive about the dancing. Singing was ok. There were inaccuracies in the musical - Hamilton's mother was not a whore - read her bio (per the Hamilton House museum in Nevis). I would have liked to know more about the good things Hamilton accomplished - I felt like I walked away not knowing that - but instead only knowing the controversial things he did. Review of the Chicago cast: I liked Miguel Cervantes as Alexander Hamilton - he and he alone had the appropriate energy level and passion. The others in the Chicago cast were lackluster. Loved the guy playing King George (Andrew Call) - could have watched a whole musical just with him - wish he had more stage time. I was not a fan of Jamila Sabares-Klemm's portrayal of Eliza - I can only describe it as overly syrupy. Conclusion: I paid $150 for my ticket and this musical is not worth a penny more, so please don't feel like you have to spend a lot of money to go see it. If you want a really long and (sadly) boring history lesson, go ahead and see it. I left disappointed. It was a decent musical, professionally performed, with some nice songs. It was not amazing. For perspective, I think the Lion King and Phantom of the Opera are much better musicals and even the Producers was better (at least it was funny). read more

Believe the hype, this is one musical that's like no other. Watching Hamilton at least once should be on your bucket list, if it isn't already. This is one of those experiences that doesn't disappoint no matter how high the expectations are set in your mind. I was fortunate enough to be watch this show with my family on my 30th birthday. My brother and sister in law were kind enough to buy us all main floor tickets to the show. From the energetic start to the somber ending this musical was devoid of a single dull moment. I only knew one song from the show before I saw it, by the end of 2017 almost every single one of them were on my year end Spotify most heard list. The performances at the Chicago show were great even though part of the main cast were absent the stand ins did not disappoint us one bit. Take your shot, watch this show. read more

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They need a women's washroom on the balcony floor :( This production is more than I could have ever expected. From laughter to sadness and a full range of emotions in-between. I loved it!! The tickets were pricey but worth every penny. I want to go again!! Genius music and delivery by the cast This one will go down in the books as one of the greatest shows of all time. Highly recommend!! read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Click, boom. That is the sound of you mind being blown after seeing your favorite contemporary show. My sister and I drove to Chicago in JANUARY 2017 because that was the soonest we could get tickets to see Hamilton in Chi-Town the literal day they went on sale of the residency run. Anyone with any brain knows that Chicago in January is exceptionally inhospitable. But to be in the room where it happens? It is worth it! We got weekend matinee tickets, in the literal last row of the theater. Because again it was the soonest, quickest we could get tickets...and tickets we could afford. Then a couple weeks before the show, I found out that Wayne Brady was taking on the role of Aaron Burr for a couple months and I was dubious. I knew he could sing but I was dubious about his rapping abilities. But I should have known that WB could handle AB with ease. The worst part was the audience over-cheering just because he walked onstage, making some lines unhearable. Way back then (I am just now finding this review page...) there were some sound balance issues. Maybe that was due to where our seats were....but I will say it was a good thing I know every word in every song. And a lot of the music sounded like recorded playback than I had anticipated. The stage and lighting design were great, and I am so glad I had the opportunity to see it when I did! read more

The music and lyrics are brilliant. The company was filled with talent and it was a perfect production. The venue is beautiful (the old Schubert theatre). Our seats were in the dress circle. Great seats! But it is an old theatre and tough on the behind. The intermission wasn't long enough to accommodate the crowd. There were still people in line for the bathroom when the second act started. Plan wisely. :) We stayed in the Hampton Inn next door so we ran next door to use bathroom. Just enough time. There were a lot of small children at this production. I would give this a PG13 rating. One "MF" one "GD" a few "sh*ts". read more

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Ok, so I'm a huge fan of theater, musicals and any art performances. The musical "Hamilton" had been on my Must-list for a while. While we were visiting Chicago, we decided to see the musical. Of course, the performance was amazing! Music, words, design of the stage and all dancing of the actors was unbelievable! Worth to see! Also, the musical well depicted the history of the us and who Hamilton was. Here is why I haven't put 5 star: the show was toooooo long... it's hard to watch the performance for 2-2.30 hours... In the end, we actually wondered if we could leave earlier. However, we sat closer to stage so it would be rude to leave the musical earlier. If you like musicals- you will love it! Just take into account that play is long. read more

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Highly doubt I even need to write a review because you'd basically have to be living under a rock not to know about Hamilton. It is as spectacular as all of the hype. The music has been in my head nonstop since we saw it. I'll echo what some others have said about not being a big fan of musicals (the husband, not me, I love a good musical) and he was blown away by it. The cast was phenomenal. I can't imagine rapping/singing for an entire 3 hours at the rate and speed that they do night after night. It really is incredible. The history lesson might be lost of some so my recommendation is google a little bit of the history behind the play so you have some sense of what's happening beyond what you see on the stage. I was captivated the entire time! If you have a chance, you really shouldn't miss out on seeing Hamilton! read more

I bought the tickets 10 months in advance via Ticketmaster pre-sale during it's first run in Chicago and I could only imagine how tough it was to nail a seat through regular lottery. I guess I was the lucky one here, as I was able to enjoy probably the best Broadway play with 2 friends. This musical is very well written, insanely detailed, educational, inspirational and out right fun! "Hamilton" grabs your attention from the first note and it holds onto it the entire time you're watching the show. Its musical style, as we all know by now, is unique compared to the typical musical story (in that it's hip hop rather than classical). Some moments are more serious, while plenty of others are just hysterical; no matter what the tone of the scene was, I was always having fun and enjoying the performance. The finale of this fantastic story is a striking tribute to Hamilton's life and those around him, and their influence on our country through time. Anyone who can see this play should! read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing performances!! The show was so clever and fun. Loved all the music. Performance is 2hr 45 min ( although it went by quickly and I didn't want it to end ). Very long line for women's bathroom ... I refrained from drinking too much before or during the show because I didn't want to have to leave to use bathroom during performance . Hope to be able to go back and see again!! read more

My friends and I are still talking about our experience 5 days after seeing the show. I wonder if my experience would have been different if I listened to the soundtrack before going but seriously, even without having done so this was one heck of a musical that sucked me in from beginning to end. The historical storyline (which is all true) but most of all, the music and those voices- I'm buying the soundtrack ASAP. Also, what I loved the most was the energy of the audience. It was obvious that there were folks that had seen the show before and or those who had the soundtrack memorized . It was a great feeling to be there and to witness. One of the coolest things to see were the folks at the right of the stage doing sign language during the entire show! I highly recommend booking tickets super early. We had seats in the balcony and had a decent view with no obstructions. And prices were not as outrageous as I assumed they would be. This was worth the money and the crowds and I would pay to see them again! read more

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Top notch talent, top notch sound, top notch story... One of the great things about this production was actually the accessibility of the show to everyone. The size of the theater is small enough where the last row seats still put you relatively close to the action, extending the run several times allowed for tickets to be purchased at face value (I see insane prices in other cities), and the music itself is available to be streamed easily on the Internet. The musical itself was a bit more on the "toned-down" scale for me as productions I typically watch are grand in scale like Phantom of the Opera or Chicago. Hamilton felt more intimate where I really got to know the characters and the story well, with brilliant songwriting that was full of great recurring themes both in words and in motifs. Despite the long story, the pace of the musical was actually very good and didn't feel like I was watching for hours. The singing and the dancing were very very good, sometimes surprising me with how the actors could keep up the energy level for hours at a time (with several shows a day). Definitely worth the experience, make sure you listen to the soundtrack a few times before you go though to get a better understanding of the story. read more

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Believe the hype! I found it to be an exquisite performance in all aspects! Bravo to the cast, musicians, and choreography. read more

Hamilton An American Musical - First row balcony, what a great show! - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ok people, this is a quasi-biographical piece about one of the original founding fathers and author of the Federalist Papers, set during a time of political upheaval. It's going to be "political." It's going to "glorify" federalism, as did Hamilton (the show's namesake). So, consider that. If you don't appreciate rap/hip-hop, offend easily at naughty words or dislike diversity in casting, this probably isn't for you. If on the other hand you're looking for a lyrically-brilliant, rap-based retelling of the life of a somewhat misunderstood historical figure that incorporates universally-relatable themes and manages to be both humorous and heartbreaking, look no further than Hamilton. The 5 rating was for the show, and the actors who were all top-notch (especially the show-stealing "King George")! I considered docking a star for the venue, which has obstructed views of the stage--including a support pillar right in front of my seat (Orchestra row X), which was unbeknownst to me when I bought my ticket after viewing the seating chart. I'd love to see this again, maybe in NYC, or some other theater where it's possible to get tickets! read more

Hamilton An American Musical - Orchestra RC row X seat 117 was less than impressive - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The play was great! Music, actors, staging... really, 10 stars. Now for the fun, and I mean keep a smile fun, part. Honest, I never win anything... I put my name in the Hamilton ticket lottery Monday at 6am and 4 hours later received notice that I had won... Two tickets, $20 total, for Tuesday evenings performance. Small print disclaimer stated that the seats might have an obstructed view. We were front row, center section, aisle seats. WOW!! Only, the obstructed view was the stage itself. Dryly I write, I've been told they all wore knee high boots! The folks sitting right behind us paid $300 for their seats (I believe 'each').. I didn't ask, they told us how fortunate they felt to get them... I have read the Hamilton biography by Ron Chernow, really liked it and found the play to be spot on historically. Having read the book really helped to follow the story on stage. See it, you won't regret it. If the ticket is read more

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This show is amazing! The CIBC Theater is beautiful and full of history, so it's another layer of 'being in the room' where it happens. The tickets are pricey, but I can honestly say that they were worth it. The actors are all wonderful​ and they (obviously) make the play what it is. If you get a chance get the tickets and go because​ it won't run in Chicago forever read more

Hamilton An American Musical - The room where it happens - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing! Dynamic! Breathtaking! Worth every penny. I treated my daughter with tickets to Hamilton as a senior gift/birthday present. She LOVES Hamilton, and now I must say I do too! In addition, the theater is amazingly stunning as well. read more

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I waited for what seemed like for.ev.er. to finally see this, and it was worth the wait! I bought tickets back in February when the block went on sale for an end of October show. We had tickets in the first row of the balcony, which was a bit more limited view than I'd like/expected (but that's a ding on the theater, not the show). The production was amazing, the dancing, vocals, etc. I'd listened to the soundtrack multiple times, so there were a couple of actors whose voices were a bit 'underwhelming' compared to the original cast, but it was by no means anywhere near awful. Sometimes the sound mixing was off, and the background music was overpowering the vocals, but I was thankful I knew the soundtrack so I could follow along (I could see if you didn't know the lyrics it might be a bit difficult). As those who had gone before me mentioned, King George steals the show. He is hilarious. I also really enjoyed the actors who played Lafayette/Jefferson, he did a great job of adding the right amount of sass to the character. Overall a very clever, inventive, and enjoyable show! read more

This is an engaging, unforgettably catchy musical in a gorgeous, historical theater, which makes for an all-around great experience. We had literally the worst seats in the house and they were not bad at all. The larger-than-life production draws you in even from the most remote location of the highest balcony. I can't get the songs out of my head, and I don't want to! read more

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