Hamilton at Orpheum Theatre

Making its first appearance in in 2015 and performing for almost a decade, Hamilton shook Broadway by storm bringing a revolutionary approach. Based on Ron Chernow’s biography about Alexander Hamilton, it tells the story of Alexander Hamilton’s humble beginnings and rise to one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. This is a profound story that is both founded in truth and political, Hamilton has been lauded as fearless in its storytelling and has left its mark on politics, culture, and our youth.

It was created by American composer and lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda who is also known for his achievements in film, Broadway and more, also writing the music and lyrics for his former Broadway play In the Heights, another Tony award-winning production, and is also the creator of music and lyrics in many high profile musical movies such as Moana. This hit Broadway musical, featuring a diverse cast, is set to a score that combines new genres like hip hop, jazz, R&B and more, which has made Hamilton all the more revolutionary and engaging by bringing these genres to the Broadway stage. Songs such as “Satisfied”, “Wait For It”, and “You’ll Be Back”, have become loved by many as Broadways best memorable songs from the musical since its Broadway release. Lin-Manuel Miranda has attributed his music inspiration for Hamilton came from top rap and hip hop rappers of USA, he wanted to unite the different genres together, something that was unheard of. The showtunes of Hamilton are praised heavily by Nebraska critics alike, compared to other Broadway musicals produced today, Hamilton continues to be more fast-paced and lively than others.

Hamilton has since gone on to achieve a record-breaking 11 Tony Awards plus 16 Tony nominations, Grammy Awards, Olivier Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and even a special mention from the Kennedy Center Honors. To date, Hamilton has achieved global acclaim as it continues its global tour, including the continents of Europe and Asia.

Hamilton is now available this spring in Orpheum Theatre, the finest theater for the arts in Omaha, where former shows have been received incredibly well. Tickets for the Wednesday 14th May 2025 showing are limited as Hamilton will only be running for a short time in Orpheum Theatre during May.