Hamilton Broadway's associate company manager Holli Campbell joins me to talk about what has been happening behind-the-scenes of Hamilton since the shutdowns, how the various Hamilton companies have been keeping in touch in 2020, and recounts her time as the company manager for Freestyle Love Supreme on Broadway.
Alexzandra Sarmiento breaks down the popular reaction video she made with her fellow Hamilton West End dance captain of Room Where It Happens, talks about her role in UK equity and the idea behind her conversation series Systemic Injustice In The Arts, and takes questions from the Patreon Peeps.
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In part two of our conversation Alexzandra Sarmiento details what it means to be a dance captain, what it was like seeing Hamilton for the first time, reveals the lyrics that changed from Broadway to the West End, take us behind-the-scenes at the Olivier Awards, and shares what it takes to keep the magic in the room where it happens.
Room Where It Happens: reaction video
Hamilton West End's dance captain Alexzandra Sarmiento joins me to talk about life in London, why she chose to explore theatre outside New York, tells all about her Hamilton audition process, and shares some funny stories about visits from the creative team.
In part two of our conversation Brandon Victor Dixon tells all in #BurrsCorner, we discuss the ways social justice work and arts meet, the importance of getting involved and working to get out the vote, Brandon reflects on his postshow plea to the VP-elect four years later, and BVD takes questions from the Patreon Peeps.
We Are Foundation on Instagram
Brandon Victor Dixon joins me to discuss his time as Burr on Broadway, takes us back to his early workshop audition, tells how he later came to be part of the show just weeks after closing his Tony nominated performance in Shuffle Along, and Brandon dissects Burr's Judas complex.
Heaven Help Us All - Stevie Wonder
Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert
In part three with Jared Dixon we go into overtime as he shares some of the books that helped him change his outlook on life, discuss the complexities of Hamilton and the country he helped create, and how those reflect in the world we live in today.
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In part two Jared Dixon talks about the musical influences in his life, takes us further down the Hamilton rabbit hole, and tells the story of meeting Nik Walker, who he would later take over the role of Burr for, at another job they shared.
Philip tour's Aaron Burr, Jared Dixon sits down to talk about what it was like to join the cast just months before shows were halted, explains why waiting for it worked in his favor, and reflects on some of his craziest full circle moments.
In part three Alex Horwitz discusses his role being in the room where it happens, explains why the heart of documentary and scripted film are one in the same, and takes more questions from the Patreon Peeps.
To Life: Vanessa's Wedding Suprise
In part two of my conversation with "Hamilton's America" director Alex Horwitz: Alex takes us on location to Mount Vernon, The White House, and Central Park with Hamilton cast and creatives—and answers some questions from the Patreon Peeps.
George Washington's Diamond Eagle
Alex Horwitz, director of Hamilton's America, joins me to discuss how the documentary came to be, the great companion it makes to the Hamilfilm, and how his friendships with the creative team helped make a more honest documentary.
Hamilton's America Wants You to Vote
In part three with Jonah Moran, we wrap up our conversation with questions from the Patreon Peeps, Jonah tells us about some of his favorite shots from the cutting room floor, and breaks down how they finished the film in time for an early release on Disney+ during a global pandemic.
I'll Be Gone In The Dark on HBO
In part two of my conversation with #Hamilfilm editor Jonah Moran: Jonah discusses the natural cinematic language of Hamilton, gives us a peek at how the audio was mixed, and tells which number required so much attention it had to be edited before everything else.
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Andy Blankenbuehler on The Hamilcast
Editor of the #Hamilfilm, Jonah Moran, sits down with me to discuss how he got the gig, the process of putting the film together, and how each member of The Cabinet worked with him throughout.
In The Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams
In part two of my conversation with Joseph Morales, our friend Nik Walker sends some love, we discuss his final show and how things changed as theaters began shutting down, and Joseph takes questions from the Patreon Peeps.
In part one of two with Hamilton CHI & Philip tour's Joseph Morales, he tells how he booked the role of A. Ham, shares his love of great food, traveling, and friendships, and how it all adds up to make some truly incredible vlog footage.
Director of We Are Freestyle Love Supreme Andrew Fried takes us inside the 15 year journey that led to the film we see on Hulu today. Andrew tells how passion, friendship, persistence, and collaboration helped capture the essence of what this group has been putting on stages before and after Hamilton, and how they've stayed true throughout.
We Are Freestyle Love Supreme on Hulu
"Everyday has the potential..." from TeeRico
In The Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams on PBS
Lin-Manuel Miranda on The Hamilcast
Black Lives Matter: Ways to Help
In part two of my conversation celebrating the release of #Hamilfilm on Disney+ with Lin-Manuel Miranda: Lin takes questions from the Patreon Peeps, talks a bit about his upcoming projects, shares some advice for writers, and performs a previously unheard draft of Hamilton's final duel a cappella.
Hamilton on Disney+
Lin-Manuel Miranda on The Hamilcast (2017-2020)
Andy Blankenbuehler on The Hamilcast (2020)
The Cabinet on The Hamilcast (2017-2020)
D.O.A. - JAY-Z
Word Crimes - Weird Al Yankovic
Find The Key - Jonathan Larson
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
The Empty Bowl
'Ten Dollar Tobi' shirt
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Lin-Manuel Miranda makes his first return to The Hamilcast to celebrate the release of the #Hamilfilm on Disney+. In part one, we reflect on what led us to this moment, Lin shares how he is feeling now that most of the world has access to Hamilton, he takes us on the journey of getting the film ready in time to release 15 months early, and we share a lot of laughs as Lin recalls some of his favorite moments on stage with the original Broadway cast.
Lin-Manuel Miranda on The Hamilcast (2017-2020)
Andy Blankenbuehler on The Hamilcast (2020)
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast (2017-2020)
The Cabinet on The Hamilcast (2017-2020)
Into The Unknown: Making Frozen 2
The Time Philip Seymour Hoffman Stood Up for Patrick Fugit While Making ‘Almost Famous’
In part three of our conversation with Chris Jackson he takes us behind the scenes of the original cast reunion surprise for Some Good News, shares what it's like to work for Sesame Street, and tells us what comes next.
Sesame Street: Change The World
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 97]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 98]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 222]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 223]
We're back for part two with Broadway's original George Washington, Chris Jackson. This week C-Jack is taking questions from the Patreon Peeps, tells us about recording the One Last Time 44 Remix with President Obama, and explains what is running through Washington's mind as he observes Alexander during Say No To This.
Believe in Chris Jackson collection
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 97]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 98]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 222]
In part one of three, Mike and I catch up with Hamilton's original George Washington, Chris Jackson. He tells us what life has been like in the years since we last sat down to record The Hamilcast in 2017, brags on the creative team, and shares some quarantine tips.
Black Lives Matter: Ways You Can Help
Andy Blankenbuehler on The Hamilcast
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 97]
Chris Jackson on The Hamilcast [ep 98]
In part two of my conversation with Jason Crystal we are talking about what it takes to deliver quality sound for a Broadway show when you don't know what will happen next, and Jason gives all the best tips and tricks for good sound and recording while you are spending time at home.
Tomorrow I have an awesome episode headed your way, and that is part two of my conversation with Jason Crystal, but today I need take a moment to use the platform and privilege I have to denounce police brutality.
So here’s my statement.
I have an obligation as a white person to use my voice to speak truth and use the tools I have at my disposal for change. Mike and I are both life long New Yorkers, and the pain we see in the streets of this city right now is much like the pain seen all through our nation.
Systemic racism uses silence as a tool to further harm the black men, women, children, and trans people who are already being harmed and killed every day in this country for the color of their skin, with little to no justice. I want you to know we are with you in the fight to see justice is served. After years of deep diving in a show like Hamilton, I have a responsibility to put the lessons we have learned from it to good use. Nothing comes from no one knowing where you stand.
We need to say these things out loud: Black Lives Matter. We need to have these conversations for things to change. Let's take a stand with the stamina god has granted us.
This morning, the first thing Mike said to me was “where are we donating today?” So, if you need more information on what you can do to be of help - including where to donate, petitions to sign, and other resources - there are links below.
Stay safe out there. We are with you in this fight.